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TO AND THROUGH 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY, 



WITH A GLANCE 

AT CELEBRATED TOMBS AND BURYING - PLACES, ANCIENT AND 

MODERN— AN HISTORICAL SKETCH OF THE CEMETERIES 

OF PHILADELPHIA— AN ESSAY ON MONUMENTAL 

ARCHITECTURE, AND 

A TOUR UP THE SCHUYLKILL. 



BY R . A. SMITH. 






PHILADELPHIA: 

FOR SALE BY WILLIS P. HAZARD 
PUBLISHER AND BOOKSELLER, 

No. 178 CHESTNUT STREET. 
18 5 2. 









Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1852, by 

R. A. SMITH, 

In the Clerk's Office of the District Court for the Eastern District of 

Pennsylvania. 



Stereotyped by S l o t e & Mooney, Philadelphia. 
T. K. & P. Q. Collins, Printers. 



OUR OBJECT 



In preparing the present work has been to render it in 
every respect worthy of the name it bears. To accomplish 
this purpose we have used our most earnest endeavours. 

The descriptive detail conducts the visitor in a systematic 
manner, through every section, to every lot, and to every 
object of interest in both North and South Laurel Hill 
Cemeteries, pointing out the beauties and merits of the 
many scenes and works of art with which they abound. 

The illustrations, both numerous and highly finished, 
were principally executed by Louderback and Hoffman, from 
designs by Devereux and Brightly, artists thoroughly known 
to the public. We feel warranted in asserting that some 
of these illustrations, are, perhaps, the finest specimens of 
wood engraving yet produced in the United States. In this 
department no expense has been spared to give a distinguished 
rank to the " Illustrated Guide/' that it might be acceptable 
to readers of taste and judgment, whose commendations are 
alone valuable, and whose patronage is the best proof of 
merit. 

The typography and binding are such as to secure the 

work a place on each centre table. 

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11 OUR OBJECT. 

With these few remarks " The Illustrated Guide to and 
through Laurel Hill Cemetery" is submitted to the public. 
That the work should prove of interest to citizens taking 
a laudable pride in all that tends to render Philadelphia 
attractive, to the lot-holders, who have a deeper and more 
tender interest connecting them with it, and to the stranger, 
who desires to carry away some memento of his visit to 
one of the loveliest places of the kind in the world, was 
the aim, and is the desire of 

THE EDITOR. 



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CHAPTER FIRST. 

A Glance at Celebrated Burial Places, Ancient and Modern, . . 7 

CHAPTER SECOND. 
Historical Sketch of the Cemeteries of Philadelphia, ... 29 

CHAPTER THIRD. 
Laurel Hill Cemetery — its Situation — Mode of Access — Institution 
and Improvements — embracing a Tour up the Schuylkill River, 31 

CHAPTER FO URTH. 

Description and Historical Sketch of Thorn's Statues of Old Mortality, 
His Poney, and Sir Walter Scott — Directions to the Visitor — How 
to Proceed through the Grounds — Sections N, 0, and R, . . 39 

CHAPTER FIFTH. 

Tour through Section G, with Descriptions of its Tombs and Monu- 
ments, accompanied with Biographical Sketches, ... 53 

CHAPTER SIXTH. 
Sections P, S, and H, 80 

CHAPTER SEVENTH. 
Sections I, L, and M, 91 

CHAPTER EIG HTH. 
Section A, B, C, D, E, and F, 114 

CHAPTER NINTH. 

South Laurel Hill — its Situation — General Divisions — and Principal 

Monuments, 119 

CHAPTER TENTH. 

Historical Sketch of Monumental Architecture, from the Earliest 
Periods — its Introduction into and Present State in this Country — 
with a Glance at Ornamental Iron Work, and its Application to 
Sepulchral Memorials, and to General Purposes, Domestic and 

Public, 123 

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DESIGNED BY 



ENGRAVED BY 



Map of Laurel Hill Cemetery, North Section. 

Laurel Hill Landing. 

Initial Letter. 

Pere la Chaise Cemetery. 

Turkish Cemetery. 

Burial Place in the Island of Java. 

The Vale of Tombs. 

Swedes Church Yard. 

Tomb in French style. 

Monument Cemetery. 

Odd-Fellows' Cemetery. 

Exchange. 

Penn Iron Building. 

Vandyke's Building. 

Jayne's Building. 

Eagle Hotel. 

Cowperthwait's Building. 

Moore's Cottage. 

Village at Falls of Schuylkill. 

Laurel Hill Entrance. 

Old Mortality. 

Monument of Thomas Godfrey. 

Grave of David W. Gihon. 

Tomb of Comodore Hull. 

" " Thomas McKean. 

" " General Mercer. 



Devereux. Louderback & Hoffman. 
Brightly. " " 



Gihon. 


Gihon. 


Brightly. 


Louderback & Hoffman. 


" 


Telfer. 


" 


Brightly. 


Clarkson. 


Clarkson. 


Brightly. 


Brightly. 


Telfer. 


Telfer. 


Brightly. 


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" 


Brightly. 


" 


Telfer. 


Gihon. 


Gihon. 


Brightly. 


Louderback & Hoffman. 


Elliott. 


Gihon. 



Brightly. Louderback & Hoffman. 



Monument of Stephen Decatur Lavalette, U. 

" " Charles Thompson. 

" " Joseph C. Neal. 

" " William Young Birch. 

" " Julius R. Friedlander 

View in Section G. 



N. Clarkson. Clarkson. 

Brightly. Louderback & Hoffman. 



Devereux. Louderback & Hoffman. 



The Coleman Monument. 
View in Section I. 
The Manderson Monument. 
View in South Laurel Hill. 
The Townsend Monument. 
The Harrison " 



Elliot. Gihon. 

Devereux. Louderback & Hoffman. 

Brightly. " 

Devereux. " 



Brightly. 



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LATJUEL HILL CEMETERY. 



& ilanrr at Imlnl ana 3Bnta burial-plans. 




HE earliest places of in- 
terment on record appear 
to have been in caves, na- 
tural or artificial. Thus, 
we find Abraham purchas- 
ing from the children of 
Heth the cave of Mac- 
phelah, as a burying-place 
for his beloved wife, Sa- 
rah — the touching account 
of which transaction is 
found in the twenty-third 
chapter of Genesis. This 
cave was, no doubt, a na- 




8 A GLANCE AT 

tural one, for many such abound in Palestine, where 
the sacred writer places it — a country richly diversified 
with hill and dale ; though it was a common practice, and 
we have many evidences of the fact, to excavate 
tombs, both in this and the surrounding countries, 
out of the solid rock. The tomb of Joseph of 
Arimathea, the Evangelist relates, was " a new one, 
hewn out of the rock." Throughout Greece, how- 
ever, they were dug in the earth. 

These sepulchres were at first very simple, and 
mostly without ornament; but those of later ages 
were adorned with no less care and art than the 
houses of the living, and it was a common practice 
for the bereaved to retire to their solitude, and 
lament for days and nights together. 

Kings and distinguished men were anciently buried 
on or near mountains. Upon Mount Hor Aaron 
died, and there he was buried by his brother. Upon 
Mount Nebo Moses cast his eyes over the goodly 
prospect of the promised land, and took his last 
farewell of the tribes he had successfully guided 
from "the house of bondage," and then departed. 
In the bosom of a secluded valley, overshadowed 
by Pisgah's frowning cliffs, he was buried. Upon 
Mount Ephraim the people of Israel interred the 
remains of Joshua, "the servant of the Lord." Aven- 
tinus Sylvius was buried upon the hill which yet 
bears his name, and Virgil relates, that 

A tomb beneath a mighty mound they raised 
For King Dercennus. 

This manner of interring illustrious men, was un- 
doubtedly the origin of those immense mounds and 



ANCIENT AND MODERN BURIAL-PLACES. 9 

pyramids, which yet remain, in many parts of the 
earth, the astonishment and wonder of mankind. 

The burial places attached to the cities of anti- 
quity were always situated at some distance from 
the walls, and generally by the highways. Various 
reasons have been assigned for this custom, one of 
which was, that they might remind the traveller of 
his mortality ; another, that they might incite the 
citizens to encounter any danger, rather than let 
an enemy approach their walls, and despoil the tombs 
of their forefathers. Though the people of the most 
barbarous nations cherished the graves of their dead 
with a religious veneration, yet these suppositions 
appear to us more poetical than otherwise ; the more 
plausible object we think, was to preserve the health 
of the citizens, by removing from the vicinity of the 
living that which all communities know to be a 
fruitful source of disease. 

Egypt surpasses all other nations, either ancient 
or modern, in the magnificence and grandeur of her 
monuments and tombs. Among these the Pyramids 
are particularly worthy of remark, for their magni- 
tude and solidity. Her rock-tombs, especially the 
Necropolis of ancient Thebes, are no less astonishing. 
Within these splendid charnel-houses the remains of 
many are yet to be found, who lived 

"When Moses, with his sacred rod, 
Shook o'er that guilty land the plagues of God ;" 

when Thebes was renowned for arts and arms, and 
when those who desired knowledge came to her schools 
from the most distant climes. 

The rock-tombs of Persepolis are also worthy of 



10 A GLANCE AT 

remark, for splendor of decoration and elegance of 
execution. These sepulchres, like those of Egypt, 
were hewn out of the solid rock. They were con- 
structed for the kings and princes of Persia. Many 
of these tombs remain yet, in a good state of pre- 
servation. The principal cemetery of ancient Athens, 
situated on "the sacred way," at some distance from 
the city, was celebrated for its tombs, mausoleums, 
and monuments. These memorials were constructed 
principally of pure white marble, or alabaster, and 
were adorned and executed in the most costly manner. 
They frequently contained inscriptions in verse, de- 
claring the history, virtues, and whatever was re- 
markable in the life or character of the departed. 
Other cities of Greece would not, however, permit 
any such inscriptions. Lycurgus would by no means 
allow of " talkative grave-stones" among the Spar- 
tans, not suffering even the name to be recorded on 
them, except the names of such as were distinguished 
in the public service. This cemetery of Athens was 
beautifully shaded with trees and shrubs, which, with 
the pleasing custom of decorating the tombs with 
the choicest flowers at stated periods, much enhanced 
its picturesque appearance. Garlands of ribbons and 
flowers were at all times to be seen hanging on the 
pillars, or lying on the graves — sweet mementos to 
the departed. 

The ancient Romans, who borrowed many of their 
customs from the Grecians, would by no means per- 
mit of interments within the city. The places ap- 
pointed for this purpose were of two kinds, viz. : 
private and public — the first being usually in gardens 
belonging to private families. 



ANCIENT AND MODERN BURIAL-PLACES. 11 

Public burying-places consisted again of two kinds — 
those allotted for the use of the poor, and those for 
any who had distinguished themselves in the service of 
the State. The place of interment for the common citi- 
zens was the Punticula, situated without the Esquilian 
gate, an extensive tract of ground that was for a long 
period used for this purpose alone. 

The public place of sepulchre for distinguished per- 
sons was the Campus Martius. The honour of burial 
here, however, could only be obtained by a decree of the 
Senate, and was, therefore, seldom conferred on any but 
men of the highest distinction and merit. 

In the history of the early Christian church this prac- 
tice of burying without the city gates was still sanc- 
tioned ; for St. Chrysostom says the cemeteries were 
placed outside the city gates, and that they were not per- 
mitted in Rome, or other cities. 

Interments in churches, or church-yards, are, compara- 
tively, of modern origin. The practice was first intro- 
duced by the erection of shrines over the remains of 
supposed martyrs, which engendered a desire in the 
living to be laid near them when dead. This feeling, 
together with various absurd superstitions which pre- 
vailed during the third and fourth centuries, caused, 
about that time, burials in church-yards to become com- 
mon. The first encroachment on the building itself was 
made in favour of Constantine the Great, who was in- 
terred in the outer porch of the Church of the Holy 
Apostles, in Constantinople, founded by himself. His 
son deemed it sufficient honour to lay his father's bones 
even in the porch of the " Fishermen's Temple." This 
first step taken, it has ever since been a continued 
struggle between the claims of rank and power, wealth 



12 A GLANCE AT 

and superstition, self-interest and covetousness, mingled 
with feelings of saintly piety, until the very churches, 
particularly in Europe, have become charnel-houses. 
Several councils, to their credit be it said, promulgated 
canons in strong condemnation of the evil, the earliest 
of which appears to have been that of Prague, in 563. 
By this time, however, the practice had become profit- 
able, and those interested took care that the superstition 
should lose no strength, and so the reiterated fulmina- 
tions of the ecclesiastical councils were unavailing. 

Among the most noted churches in this respect, West- 
minster Abbey stands pre-eminent. This building is 
one of the most interesting edifices, not only in the 
British Empire, but in the world, as containing within 
its walls the remains of a long line of princes and nobles, 
together with those of a host of men illustrious for their 
learning, piety, courage, and virtue. The early history 
of this vast and beautiful structure, this repository of 
human grandeur and glory, is lost in the mists and 
fables of antiquity, so that it is in vain to search for any 
authentic or satisfactory data, whereon to establish it 
with any plausible degree of historical certainty. The 
most rational conjecture on the subject is, that the 
foundation of the church took place some time between 
the years 730 and 740. To the piety of Edward the 
Confessor it is indebted for its first display of architec- 
tural beauty and magnificence, though subsequently en- 
larged, improved, and adorned by his successors. 

The monuments, which add so much by their solemn 
grandeur to the interior, form the most interesting fea- 
ture in this imposing temple. Henry the Seventh's 
tomb, to contain which that portion of the Abbey known 
as Henry the Seventh's chapel was built, is said to be 



ANCIENT AND MODERN BURIAL-PLACES. 13 

one of the most magnificent memorials ever erected to 
departed greatness. The tomb of Queen Elizabeth is 
likewise a superb monument, while that to her beautiful 
and accomplished, but unfortunate rival, Mary, Queen 
of Scotland, is scarcely less costly and elegant. 

The memorials, however, to which the travellers of all 
nations bend their steps, are those of the men whose 
fame has become the" property of mankind. Among 
these, that to Sir Isaac Newton forms a beautiful and 
prominent object among the countless numbers around. 
Here, too, is the tribute to Dr. Watts, whose spiritual 
songs will long embalm his memory in the hearts of ad- 
miring Christians. The tombs of William Shakespeare, 
James Thompson, Gray, Cowley, and Addison, are beau- 
tiful testimonials to those distinguished poets. Indeed, 
in inspecting this "church of the dead," it appears as if 
England had enshrined within its walls all her greatest 
and most illustrious sons, as examples for imitation to 
succeeding ages. Had she confined the use of this 
temple to that purpose alone, it would in many respects 
be worthy of commendation ; but, alas for human vanity ! 
here repose the remains, and here are enshrined the 
names, of many whose memories should have been buried 
in oblivion. Canterbury Cathedral, Beaucamp Chapel, 
Salisbury Cathedral, Rochester Cathedral, and many 
others in Great Britain, are each and all stately mauso- 
leums for the dead. 

Burying in churches and church-yards was first intro- 
duced into England by Cuthbert, Archbishop of Canter- 
bury, about the year 758. Vaults were first used by 
Lefranc, another Archbishop of the same Episcopal See, 
in 1075. During this period it was the custom to pre- 
serve the bodies of persons of wealth and rank in salt, 



14 A GLANCE AT 

and encase them in hides or leather. Henry the First 
was honoured with such an embalming. 

The churches of Notre Dame, Saint Dennis, St. Eti- 
enne de Mont, and the Pantheon in Paris, are also cele- 
brated for their tombs, and their memorials to departed 
greatness and worth. The Pantheon in particular was 
dedicated by a grateful country to its illustrious sons. 
Within its walls lie the ashes of Voltaire, Rosseau, Le- 
grange the mathematician, Marshal Lannes, together 
with numerous others renowned in the history of Europe 
for arts or arms. The amiable Pascal — who does not 
love the memory of Pascal ? — the poet Racine, the 
painter Le Sueurr, and the botanist Tournfort, repose in 
Saint Etienne de Mont. 

The Cathedral of Toledo is celebrated as the burial- 
place of the ancient sovereigns of Spain. In that of 
Seville are the tombs of Alfonso the Wise, and his 
queen, Beatrice. In the Monastery of St. Pedro de 
Cerdena the remains of the Cid Campeador, of heroic 
memory, whose life and marvellous adventures have 
afforded romancers an endless theme, were deposited. 
On the suppression of convents and monasteries in 
Spain, his ashes, together with those of his wife, Dona 
Ximena, were exhumed and deposited in an urn, and 
conveyed to the city of Burgos, where we believe they 
still remain. 

In the Cathedral of Grenada lie the remains of Fer- 
dinand and Isabella, renowned as two of the most en- 
lightened sovereigns of their age. Of all the splendid 
sepulchres in Europe, few surpass in extent or regal 
magnificence the Pantheon of the Escurial. This char- 
nel-house, built after the plan of the Pantheon of 



ANCIENT AND MODERN BURIAL-PLACES. 15 

Agrippa at Rome, was constructed for the purpose of 
receiving the ashes of the kings and queens of Spain. 

In the Campo de San Carlos, situated in the upper 
part of the town of Corunna, repose the remains of Sir 
John Moore. They were first interred on the ramparts, 
but were subsequently removed to their present resting- 
place. The English government have erected a monu- 
ment to the memory of this brave soldier and good man. 

The Church of Belem, a Gothic edifice, is eminently 
endowed with influences that are favourable to solemn 
impressions, gloom, and grandeur. One object of the 
foundation of this majestic pile, was to provide a suitable 
place of burial for the sovereigns of Portugal, and for 
long centuries it has been the gorgeous receptacle of the 
ashes of royalty. 

The sacred grottos beneath the cathedral Church of 
St. Peter, at Rome, are among the most celebrated 
places of sepulture in the world. 

These grottos are an extensive range of vaults, or 
subterranean galleries, running in various directions 
under that vast and magnificent building. Tradition 
states that they are the remains of a church which Con- 
stantine the Great erected on the site of the Circus, in 
which St. Peter, together with a host of his fellow Chris- 
tians, suffered martyrdom under the monster Nero. 

Here, it is said, lie the mortal remains of Saints Peter, 
Paul, Simon, Jude, Mark, and Luke, and a numerous 
body of martyrs, confessors, popes, patriarchs, bishops, 
emperors, kings, princes, and distinguished warriors of 
the Church. 

In the Pantheon — the temple of all the gods — now 
the Church of the Rotunda, sleeps, till the last trump 
shall wake the dead, the divine Raphael, known over the 



16 A GLANCE AT 

world. And in the Church of St. Onuphreo, all that is 
mortal of Torquata Tasso repose. Indeed, there is 
scarcely a church in Rome and its precincts but has 
tombs that recall many illustrious and well-known names. 

The Church of the Holy Cross, at Florence, is a glo- 
rious sanctuary, wherein the remains of the most brilliant 
masters of poetry, philosophy, art and science, literature 
and politics, repose. Genius and Religion have a com- 
mon temple on this sacred site. Ye solemn Cathedrals, 
charnel-houses for kings, princes, and nobles, what in- 
terest do ye excite comparable to that inspired by a visit 
to the Church of the Holy Cross, where the ashes of 
Michael Angelo, of Galileo, of Alfieri, and several of 
their most celebrated contemporaries are deposited ? It 
has been truly said, " The world has had many kings, 
but only one Michael Angelo." 

The Campo Santo of Naples demands a word ere we 
close this rapid glance at the celebrated places of sepul- 
ture in Italy. 

This Cemetery is situated on a rising ground at a 
short distance from the city of Naples, and is devoted 
almost exclusively for the use of the poor, the friendless, 
and the stranger. A low wall encloses a quadrangular 
area, which is divided into three hundred and sixty-five 
deep vaults or pits — one for each day in the year ; each 
pit is covered with a black marble slab, in the centre of 
which a massive iron ring is fastened. When the anni- 
versary of one of these holes arrives, the cover is re- 
moved, and in the evening the carts appear with the dead, 
who, alas for poor humanity ! are brought without clothes 
or coffin, or even distinction of any sort. The attend- 
ants, almost naked too, take the bodies out of the cart, 
and convey them on their backs to the mouth of the 



ANCIENT AND MODERN BURIAL-PLACES. 17 

dismal grave, into which they are thrown, as a porter would 
a sack of grain. When the last of the dead is thus " for 
ever vanished from the face of the earth," a load of 
quick lime is thrown over the bodies, and the slab re- 
placed for another year ; when it is again opened nothing 
is seen but a heap of bones. An able writer regrets 
that this method of interment is not adopted in every 
town in Europe. 

The splendid charnel-houses, of which we have given 
a brief outline, impress the mind with gloomy thoughts. 
The heart beats painfully in the bosom, for it feels that 
death reigns triumphant there, and that these temples 
illustrate in a striking manner the mutability of human 
grandeur and glory — the utter vanity of all earthly 
greatness. Standing amid the opening bloom of Spring, 
the summer sunshine, or even the winter's gloom, in a 
rural cemetery, surrounded by the graves of those whose 
memory we love, no overwhelming thoughts of the power 
of death press upon us. The green sod, the fragrant 
flowers, the simple records on the tombs, the gentle 
zephyrs murmuring through the trees, mingled with the 
carols of the sweet songsters of the wood — all serve to 
rob the "grim king" of his terrors. Not so in these 
vast and magnificent buildings. The cross-legged knight, 
whose shattered effigy lies before you, (the men of let- 
ters, of virtue, of poetry, form but a small portion of 
the vast assemblage,) conjures up only scenes of pomp 
and pride — the tournament, the battle, or the festive 
board ; these, we feel, engrossed all their thoughts, until 
the fatal touch of death chilled the currents of their ac- 
tions, and closed the scenes of life for ever. The dim 
" religious light," the oppressive silence, occasionally 
disturbed by the echo of some distant tread, or the 



18 A GLANCE AT 

solemn melody of the anthem, which breaks at intervals 
on the ear, or the sudden start occasioned by the chiming 
of the clock — all conspire to deepen the emotions, and 
to render these buildings productive of impressions that 
can never be effaced from the mind ; but the impressions 
are only those of romance, and unworthy to be compared 
with the sublime works of the Creator. 

The practice of interring in the church-yards of Paris 
continued until the year 1773, when the government, 
becoming alarmed at the evils caused by the exhalations 
from these receptacles of the dead, ordered the ceme- 
tery of the Innocents to be shut up ; and this was fol- 
lowed in a few years by the closing of nearly all the 
burying-grounds in that metropolis. The cemeteries are 
now in the vicinity, the principal one being situated on 
Mount Louis, on the grounds formerly belonging to 
Pere-la-Chaise. This celebrated spot, on the north-east 
of Paris, contains about eighty acres of land, presenting 
the appearance of an extensive garden blooming with 
flowers. It is thickly planted with a luxuriant growth 
of forest trees and shrubs. From its situation an exten- 
sive and varied prospect is beheld, embracing a noble 
view of Paris, the white buildings of which stand out 
with a panoramic and lucid sharpness against the un- 
clouded sky — the whole scene wearing the tranquil as- 
pect of a bright and beautiful painting. Pere-la-Chaise 
was the first cemetery in any Christian country subject 
to no clerical denomination, and may therefore be con- 
sidered the model of all similar ones, both in Europe and 
America. 

In London the dead are still brought, to a great ex- 
tent, for interment, in the churches and church-yards 
within the bounds of that city. All these burial-places 



NCIENT AND MODERN BURIAL-PLACES. 10 




VIEW IN PERE LA CHAISE. 

are confined in situation, and limited in extent, so that 
it is a common occurrence to disturb the bodies pre- 
viously buried to make room for others. The crowded 
state of these insufficient and improper receptacles of 
the dead force themselves upon the notice of every 
stranger. Public attention is now, however, attracted to 
the evil, and the government, it is confidently believed, 
will ere long prohibit interments within the bounds of 
the "bills of mortality." One of the consequences at- 
tending this desirable reformation, is the establishing of 
rural cemeteries in the vicinity ; the most noted at pre- 
sent being that at Kensal Green, about three miles from 
the city, on the Harrow road. The grounds of this cem- 
etery embrace about forty acres, and are profusely shaded 
by lofty trees, evergreens, and shrubs, relieved by par- 
terres of flowers. The monuments are of the most beau- 



20 A GLANCE AT 

tiful description, embracing every possible outline, size, 
and style. The Norwood, the Brompton, the Highgate, 
the Stoke Newington, and the Mile End cemeteries, are 
also highly spoken of, each possessing its own peculiar 
advantages and claims to support. 

The Highgate Cemetery is particularly fortunate in its 
position, being situated on the slope of a picturesque hill, 
from which a view of surpassing beauty is beheld. Stoke 
Newington, or, as it is more generally known, Abney 
Park Cemetery, has some peculiarities that claim our 
notice, one of which is its being " a cemetery for the 
city of London, open to all classes of citizens, and to all 
denominations of Christians, without restraint in forms." 
It is also associated with the memory of Dr. Watts. 
Here he for many years resided, and here he died. As 
a cemetery the grounds have some remarkable features 
of great beauty and interest. 

It is proposed to convert the old grave-yards of Lon- 
don into open squares, shaded with trees and shrubs. 
Should this object be successful, those places will become 
as great an ornament, and of as much value, to that 
metropolis as they are now the reverse. 

The cemeteries in Turkey are always placed in rural 
situations. Cypresses are invariably planted near each 
Musselman's grave, and as no grave is opened a second 
time these cemeteries form extensive forests. The ceme- 
tery of the Armenians, near Constantinople, is pre-emi- 
nently beautiful. The tree with which this people pre- 
fer to shade their graves is the terebinth, which grows 
to a prodigious size. This lovely spot, situated immedi- 
ately on the banks of the Bosphorus, is the principal 
promenade and place of resort for citizens and strangers 



ANCIENT AND MODERN BURIAL-PLACES. 21 




in that capital, and contributes greatly by its picturesque 
appearance to that lovely strait. 

Nothing can be more striking than the solemn, yet 
simple, burying-grounds in the island of Java. They 
are generally situated in the bosom of some deep seques- 
tered glen, remote from the habitations of the living. 
Low mounds mark the several graves, while above each 
blooms a dark-leaved tree, peculiar to that clime, whose 
fantastic growth adds much to the picturesque appear- 
ance of the place. The Javan venerates the tombs of 
his forefathers, and his last wish is that his bones may 
repose with those of his kindred. But of all the ceme- 
teries in the world, none exceed those of China, either 
in extent or rural beauty. Rude in many customs and 
habits, this ancient and peculiar people are exceedingly 
refined and sentimental in the reverence they pay the 



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LACE IN TH: 



OF JAVA. 



dead ; indeed, it is a matter of question whether they 
do not carry this veneration to the point of adoration. 
The Vale of Tombs, the only one our limits will ad- 
mit of notice at present, is beautifully situated on the 
banks of the romantic Lake See-Hoo, near the great 
city of Hang-Chow-Foo, the capital of Southern China. 
Here, embosomed in trees, and on the slope of a hill that 
descends with undulations to the margin of the lake, are 
seen monuments, tombs, and sepulchral honours of every 
variety, in design, materials, and execution. The grounds 
extend over an area of several miles in extent, and are 
shaded with luxuriant trees, among which the cypress, 
the weeping-willow, and lignum-vit?e are prominent. The 
long slender branches of the last named are admirably 
adapted, when agitated by the wind, to brush away the 
dust from the surface of the tombs, and thus preserve 



ANCIENT AND MODERN BURIAL-PLACES. 23 




the inscriptions ever fresh and clean. Frequently at 
night torches are seen passing and re-passing along the 
vast and shady avenues of the Vale of Tombs, but they 
excite no unusual apprehension, being borne by visitants 
to the graves of departed friends. On these occasions, 
particularly if in the Spring or Autumn, the tomb is 
swept and garnished with beautiful tinsel paper, cut into 
a multitude of elegant patterns, stripes of silk, and 
choice flowers, while a supper of boiled rice, fowls, &c, 
is offered to the shades of those who "sleep beneath," 
and a libation of wine is poured on the grave. Paths, 
deeply worn, between the tombs, attest the strength of 
filial piety, the grief of a widowed heart, or the unchang- 
ing character of maternal sorrow ; and around these me- 
morials may hourly be seen the widow, the sister, or the 
mother, praying and weeping over the cold bed of those 
who cannot be forgot. 



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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF THE CEMETERIES OF PHILADELPHIA. 

"Oh bury me not within the grave, 

That bricks and stones enclose ! 
O'er which no shadowy branches wave, 

To guard my last repose. 
Oh ! lay me 'neath some ancient tree, 

That spreads its shades afar, 
Where my lone grave may smiled on be 

By many a silent star." 

The first place appropriated for the purpose of in- 
terments in Philadelphia, was the Weccacoe Burial 
Ground, at present known as the Swedes' church-yard. 
A dense and active population now occupy the vicinity 
of this ancient spot, so that the reader can form but an 
imperfect conception of its picturesque appearance, when, 
" far below the city, it stood in the midst of a majestic 
growth of forest trees, that extended to the margin of 
the river." Through its sequestered shades Alexander 
Wilson, the ornithologist, 

Was wont to stray, 
And list for hours to Nature's minstrelsy; 

and his last request was, that here his remains might be 
laid, where those " dear birds could come and carol round 

(24) 



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Showing the tomb of Alexander Wilson in the foreground. The reader will 
observe the contrast between the antiquated head-stones in this old yard, and the 







IN THE FRENCH STYLE. 



More elegant ones in the French style, now 
teries. 



eneral in all our modern 



THE CEMETERIES OF PHILADELPHIA. 25 

his grave." His monument, a chaste and elegant altar- 
tomb, is easily distinguished among the few remaining 
memorials. 

The Friends' Burial Ground, Arch and Fourth 
streets, is also an ancient place of interment, having 
been occupied for this purpose since the year 1683. The 
first person buried here was Governor Lloyd's wife, a lady 
much esteemed for her piety and many virtues. William 
Penn, we are told, honoured her remains by addressing 
the mourners at the grave. For many years this was a 
general burial-ground, in which the stranger and friend- 
less found a last resting-place. 

Christ Church-yard, in Second above Market street, 
was the third place of this kind opened in the infant 
city. It was soon found inadequate for the increasing 
congregation ; provision was therefore made to meet the 
requirements, by the purchase and dedication of the 
cemetery on the south-east corner of Arch and Fifth 
streets. This was for many years the fashionable burial- 
ground. In it repose the remains of Dr. Benjamin 
Franklin and his wife. Their grave, situated near the 
west corner of the ground, on a line with Arch street, is 
marked by a marble slab, on which the simple memorial 

BENJAMIN 

and 

DEBORAH 

FRANKLIN 

is inscribed. This tomb, sacred to the memory of one 

of America's most illustrious sons, was, when we saw it, 

during the summer of 1851, in a sad and neglected state. 

Previous to the Revolution the dead were, for the most 

3 



26 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF 

part, carried to the grave on a bier, according to the an- 
cient custom. This, together with the inconvenience of 
unpaved streets, rendered it a matter of no small diffi- 
culty to go with a funeral further than Fifth or Sixth 
streets, especially during inclement weather; conse- 
quently, we find most of the religious societies, previous 
to that date, establishing their burial-grounds within 
those limits, without due consideration for the natural 
increase of population. Few of the early inhabitants 
anticipated that Philadelphia would ever extend her 
borders from the Delaware to the Schuylkill rivers. 
This want of foresight is now every where apparent, and 
most of these grave-yards, which, when established, were 
" out of town," are now in offensive contiguity to the 
dwellings of the living ; yet, notwithstanding this fact, 
it is strange that nearly every subsequent attempt to 
select places of interment by our citizens should be char- 
acterized by the same want of calculation. A short dis- 
tance from the inhabited boundaries of the city is usually 
chosen, and before the ground is even half full, the vi- 
cinity is completely surrounded by modern improvements, 
which in many instances sweep over these consecrated 
spots, like the waves of the sea, obliterating their very 
names for ever. 

These old graveyards were generally devoid of orna- 
ment, our former citizens never contemplating, as a pos- 
sible case, that burial-grounds could be made places of 
interest and beauty. 

The Mutual Burial-ground, situated in Washington 
street, district of Moyamensing, though boasting of no 
architectural beauty or rural adornments, was the first 
cemetery established in this country subject to no cleri- 
cal denomination. It was opened for interments in 1825. 



THE CEMETERIES OF PHILADELPHIA. 27 

The success of this experiment was such that, by the 
year 1827, four additional companies were established 
likewise on the associate principle, viz. the Macphelah, 
the Philanthropic, the Union, and the La Fayette, 
all located in the lower districts ; the last named, how- 
ever, exhibited a decided improvement on the original, 
and all vied with each other in architectural and rural 
embellishments. Some of these grounds have not even 
yet been surpassed by any later corporations in these 
respects. In the years 1827, '28 

The Philadelphia, or, as it is more generally known, 
the Ronaldson Cemetery company was established, 
through the private enterprise of Mr. James Ronaldson. 
This is a charming spot, remarkably well kept, and 
thickly planted with a rich and beautiful growth of ever- 
greens, shrubs, &c, presenting in the midst of our city 
the appearance of a variegated garden, rejoicing in 
almost perpetual verdure. Would it not be desirable, 
when interments in populated districts shall be prohi- 
bited by law, which most assuredly will be the case in 
the course of a few years, to convert the burial-grounds 
within these limits into open squares, similar to those 
already possessed by the public ? We need more of 
these enchanting places of resort ; they are demanded 
alike by a due consideration for the health as well as the 
pleasure of all classes of our citizens. Why then lose 
what space we have ? Besides, this plan would not only 
embellish the city, but would prevent the horrid and 
barbarous practice of disturbing the remains of those 
already interred for the sake of a few dollars. Who ever 
read of the Grecians, the Romans, the Egyptians, the 
Persians, the Assyrians, or the Hebrews, those civilized 
people of by-gone ages, desecrating the graves of their 



28 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF 

ancestors to make room for city improvements ? Even 
the people of the so-called barbarous nations have ever 
cherished the tombs of their forefathers with the deepest 
veneration, and a violation of the grave among them 
deemed a most sacrilegious act, punishable alike by the 
gods and men. Alas ! this abominable practice is only 
characteristic of enlightened Christians of the nineteenth 
century. 

If it is a curious inquiry for the antiquarian to trace 
the migration of nations by their graves, it is equally 
interesting to note the progress and growth of cities by 
their graveyards. When the cemeteries just mentioned 
were first established, they were "far out of town;" 
now, with few exceptions, they are, for the most part, in 
the midst of densely populated districts. Perhaps the 
chronicler of 1952, as he scans these pages, will note 
"the cities of the dead," which we place at present at a 
distance from the city, as being in the midst of the 
" living tide," and the solitude of Laurel Hill and the 
Woodlands be no more. 

The Laurel Hill Cemetery Company was instituted 
in November, 1835. The grounds of the north section 
were purchased in February, 1836, and the association 
incorporated in 1837. The first interment took place on 
the 19th of October, 1836. The name of this individual, 
we learn, was Mary Carlisle, aged sixty-seven years, wife 
of Abraham Carlisle. This lady, on an excursion to 
this vicinity a few weeks previous to her death, took 
occasion to visit this ground, when she selected her 
future grave, under the group of four large pine trees 
near the centre of the plot now enclosed by a granite 
coping and iron railing. 

This cemetery possesses many superior advantages for 



THE CEMETERIES OF PHILADEPL1IIA. 29 




ENTRANCE TO 



burial purposes. In rural beauty, and picturesque ap- 
pearance, it is perhaps unrivalled by any similar place 
of the same extent in the world. An immense variety 
of indigenous and foreign trees, evergreens, and shrubs, 
some of which are of the most rare and beautiful species, 
impart an uncommonly gorgeous effect to the varied 
scenery of the spot. The soil is also peculiarly adapted 
to the object for which it has been devoted. 



30 THE CEMETERIES OF PHILADELPHIA. 

In 1837 the Monument Cemetery Company was in- 
stituted, and that beautiful ground established as a 
burial-place, principally through the influence and enter- 
prise of Dr. Elkinton, of this city. In the year 1850 
the Hamilton property, West Philadelphia, was pur- 
chased by 

The Woodland Cemetery Company, and estab- 
lished as a burial-place in 1851. 




ENTRANCE TO THE ODD FELLOWS CEMETERY. 



The Odd Fellows, Glenwood, and the American 
Mechanics' Cemeteries, are of still later origin, each 
one having its own peculiar advantages. 




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Through the green vista see the tranquil river 

Bathed in the sunset's richest glow ! 
The sparkling waves lift up their voices ever, 

And murmur music in their onward flow ! 
Now o'er the slope the parting radiance gleameth, 

Tinging its verdure with a hue more bright ; 
Now broken, through the silent shades it streameth, 

On flower and tomb a shower of softened light. 

Laurel Hill Cemetery is beautifully situated on a 
sylvan eminence, immediately skirting the Schuylkill 
river, about three and a half miles north from Philadel- 
phia ; a distance that, while it almost precludes the pos- 
sibility of future molestation by the progressive improve- 
ments of the city, is of easy access at all times by the 
.Ridge Turnpike road, and for most part of the year by 
steamers on the river. 

The latter route we particularly recommend to the 
stranger, especially during the summer, as, in addition 
to the romantic and interesting scenery along the Schuyl- 
kill, it will afford opportunity of viewing the magnificent 
water-works at Fairmount, and, at the same time, be 
free from the dust and annoyance of a crowded turnpike. 

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32 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

The Third and Coates street line of omnibuses leave 
the Exchange every eight minutes for Fairmount, where 
it connects immediately on Coates street with Bender and 
Wright's Schuylkill boats, for Mount Pleasant, Laurel 
Hill Cemetery, Manayunk, &c. 

Visitors will find this route to Fairmount a very desir- 
able one, affording an opportunity of viewing some of the 
most extensive commercial establishments in Philadel- 
phia, as well as several public buildings, &c, among 
which we notice the Merchants' Exchange, Girard Bank, 
Penn Iron Building, Vandyke's Building, Jayne's Build- 
ings, the Granite Building, Bunn and Reiguel's Building, 
Weeb's Union Hotel, Arch above Third street, the 
Eagle Hotel, Third above Race street, Cowperthwait's 
New Building, adjoining the last named, the Odd 
Fellows' Hall, a beautiful structure in the Egyptian 
order, Third and Brown street ; the House of Refuge, 
Girard College, City Hospital, Eastern Penitentiary, 
and Preston's Retreat ; for a description of all which see 
" Philadelphia as it is in 1852," by the Editor, and pub- 
lished by Lindsay & Blakiston. 

The scenery along the shores of the Schuylkill river 
is exceedingly rich and beautiful. Few tourists behold 
its "slopes, and glens, and silent shades," without admi- 
ration. 

Each scene delights — the breeze that roves 

In hollow murmurs through the groves, 

The sunlight dancing down the stream, 

Or darting through the trees with fainter gleam — 

These, and unnumbered charms alternate rise, 

To wake sweet musing, and to feast the eyes. 

For general information we remark, that the swift and 
comfortable steamboats "Frederick Graff," Captain Wm. 




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F. Cline, or "Washington," Captain H. M. Green, run 
to and from Fairmount to Laurel Hill, the Falls of 
Schuylkill, and Manayunk, every hour during the day. 

On leaving the landing at Fairmount a noble view of 
the west front of the city is presented. In the distance 
is seen the Rail-road Bridge, Market street, the City Gas 
Works, and the Central Railroad Station House, West 
Philadelphia ; while nearer is beheld the Wire Suspen- 
sion Bridge, Fairmount, its Engine-house, Dam, Mill 
Race, Forebays, and pleasure-grounds; the Eastern 
Penitentiary, Girard College, Pratt's Garden, and the 
Schuylkill Navigation Company's works, forming alto- 
gether an exceedingly interesting scene. 

The east banks, from the promontory at Pratt's Gar- 
den to the Falls, present, for the most part, a picturesque 
and romantic appearance ; while, on the other hand, the 
west shore abounds in lovely landscapes, where country- 
seats, villas, and farm-houses charm the eye with their 
display of cheerfulness and rural beauty — among which 

Solitude, once the country residence of John Penn, 
is worthy of remark, no less for its rural location than 
its historical recollections. It is situated on a gentle 
slope, rising from the margin of the water on the west 
shore, and comes in view immediately on rounding the 
point above the dam. The building is of stone, rough 
cast, and of a light colour. This noted abode of the Penn's 
is fast losing its interest and beauty. A few years more, 
and no doubt it will be with " the things that were ;" now 

The shadows of departed hours 
Hang dim upon its lonely flowers ; 
Even the sunshine seems to brood 
In sadness o'er the ruins of Solitude. 



34 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

Egglesfield, situated on the high land north from 
this, is another elegant country-seat ; immediately oppo- 
site to which, on the east shore, is seen 

The Spring Garden and Northern Liberties Wa- 
ter Works. The engine-house, a substantial stone 
building, with its lofty and elegantly constructed chim- 
ney, presents an imposing appearance in this sequestered 
spot. 

Sweet Brier, the country seat of E. Torr, Esq., 
situated on the left bank, now meets the eye. The loca- 
tion of this villa is one of the most desirable upon the 
river. 

Fountain Green, upon the east shore, is the next 
object of attention. It was, until the last few years, 
a rural spot of great beauty, much frequented by the 
citizens of Philadelphia during the summer months. 
Opposite to this, on the left bank, is seen 

Lansdowne Manor. Here General Washington 
established, at one time during the war of Indepen- 
dence, his head-quarters, which incident would alone 
impart an interest to it, superior to any other. The 
prospect from the terrace on this building is very fine, 
and embraces a wide extent of country ; it was origi- 
nally erected by John Penn, but subsequently became the 
property of the Bingham Family, in whose possession 
it yet remains. 

The vicinity around us now is famed in the annals of 
the past. Scarcely a house — nay, scarcely a spot — but 
has its time-honoured recollections, or peculiar attraction. 
Persons desirous of visiting the neighbourhood can do 
so conveniently at Mount Pleasant Landing, where the 
boats stop each trip. The hotel at this place, under the 
charge of Messrs. Manger & Schemm, has been refitted 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 35 

in a superior manner, and the garden — what Philadel- 
phian but recollects the delightful shades at Mount 
Pleasant ? — blooms again in its ancient glory. The 
grounds around the house are also well shaded, and the 
entire vicinity high, cool and healthy. Strangers wish- 
ing to visit the many places of interest in this neigh- 
bourhood, so rich in historical recollections, can here 
obtain excellent accommodations. The gentlemenly pro- 
prietors are ever ready to impart any desired informa- 
tion respecting the many localities impossible to notice 
in this limited chapter. We now pass under the 

Reading Railroad Bridge. This viaduct, orignally 
constructed by the State as a continuation of the Phila- 
delphia and Columbia Railroad, is nine hundred and 
eighty-four feet long, being one of the most substantial 
structures of the kind in the United States. Imme- 
diately west of this bridge is the inclined plane, two 
thousand eight hundred and five feet in length, with a 
rise of one hundred and eighty-seven feet. Over this 
plane the cars ascended and descended at the same time, 
by being attached to an endless rope moved by a sta- 
tionary engine of sixty horse power, situated at the head 
of the grade. This costly work is now unoccupied — the 
Columbia Railroad diverging via the new route to West 
Philadelphia. 

The Reading Railroad continues from this point along 
the west bank of the river to Reading and Pottsville. 
The immense trains of coal-cars continually passing 
along this road, particularly those crossing the Rich- 
mond Bridge at the Falls, form one of the most interest- 
ing sights along our route. Over one hundred cars, 
attached to a single engine, is frequently seen flying 
along; the shrill whistle and tumultuous noise of which 



36 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

startle the stranger in this otherwise quiet and seques- 
tered neighbourhood. Above the bridge the landscape 
presents the same character of fertility and picturesque 
effect. The green fields and shady woods continue the 
rural and romantic prospect which thus far has beguiled 
our trip ; and, as each revolution of the steamer's pad- 
dles bears us onward, we find ourselves casting a linger- 
ing glance at the lovely scenes we are rapidly leaving 
behind. Admiration for the beauties of nature i3 in- 
herent in all men, but most in those who pass their days 
in crowded cities, where the noise and turmoil of busy 
life seldom cease. To such, the privilege of breathing 
the pure fresh air, wafted over the bosom of this peace- 
ful stream, must prove a blessing. Here, as they glide 
along, they can read from out that great volume, to 
which there is no "finis," the solemn lessons Nature is 
ever teaching, in forest, plain, and stream ; lessons too 
often neglected, even by those who profess to read them 
well. Among the distinguished localities north of the 
bridge is 

More's Cottage, an old white building situated im- 
mediately opposite Peter's Island, on the west shore. 
This was the residence at one time of Thomas More, 
Esq., Erin's favourite bard. In regard to this spot he tells 
us himself, " If there is peace to be found in the world, 
the heart that is humble might hope for it here ; and 
truly a spot more pleasing to a poet's fancy, or more 
suited to his feelings, cannot be found. Here 

" No sad vicissitudes his heart annoy, 
Not a zephyr blows, but whispers joy ; 
For him the flowers their sweets exhale, 
He tastes the meanest note that swells the gale. 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 37 

Dear is the forest frowning o'er his head, 
And dear the velvet greensward to his tread. 
Kind nature's charities his wandering steps attend ; 
In forest, field, and stream he finds a friend." 

From the landing at Laurel Hill a shady lane, 
bounded on the north by the Peppers' estate, and on 
the south by the new grounds of the Cemetery Company, 
leads to the Ridge road, upon which the main entrance 
to both sections of the Cemetery is situated. 

The grounds are divided into two sections, designated 
respectively North and South Laurel Hill. 

Those of the North Section, which first claim our 
notice, are substantially enclosed, and the whole plot 
surveyed into lots, varying in dimensions from eighty to 
one thousand square feet. 

The improvements consist of an elegant entrance, con- 
structed of brown stone, in the Doric style of architec- 
ture, a Gothic chapel, the Superintendent's residence, 
a spacious receiving vault, an observatory, or summer- 
house, commanding a charming view of the river and 
opposite shore ; and a yard sufficient to accommodate 
over forty carriages. In addition to the Cemetery the 
Company possess about eight acres on the east side of 
the Ridge road, at present occupied by a florist, in whose 
hot-house plants, shrubs, and flowers of every variety, 
are cultivated with the greatest care. Lot owners, de- 
sirous of procuring shrubbery, can thus be supplied by a 
proper person, who will also, for a small additional com- 
pensation, take charge of their enclosures. 

Strangers intending a visit to Laurel Hill Cemetery 
will first obtain tickets of admission, which can be pro- 
cured on application to Mr. J. J. Smith, Philadelphia 
Library, or to Frederick Brown, Esq., N. E. corner of 



38 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 




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ENTRANCE TO LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 



Chestnut and Fifth streets. The object of this regula- 
tion is to prevent the admission of improper persons. 
Visitors on foot will enter the grounds by the north 
lodge, ascending the steps from the turnpike, a few feet 
from the carriage-way. Here will be found an attend- 
ant to receive tickets, and give any necessary informa- 
tion that may be desired. A book is also kept in this 
lodge, in which visitors can register their names, &c. 



Chapter jFourt[i 



" The dead 
Have a breathing influence here, 

A charm not elsewhere found, 
Sad — yet it sanctifies the air, 

The stream, the ground." 

The first object of attraction on passing through the 
gate is 

Thom's celebrated statues of Old Mortality, his 
Pony, and Sir Walter Scott, grouped under an orna- 
mental temple, situated on the rising ground, imme- 
diately opposite the entrance. 

These statues are well worth a visit, being exquisite 
specimens of art. That of Sir Walter, the only one we 
believe extant representing the great novelist in modern 
costume, is superb in design, execution and finish. Old 
Mortality and his pony, a study in themselves, are also 
rich in expression and pictural effect. 

Of these figures that only of the Old Pilgrim was cut 
in Scotland by Mr. Thorn, the original pony having been 
broken to fragments in removing the group from the city 
of New York to Newark ; while the statue of Sir Walter 
Scott, exhibited in London, Edinburgh, and New York, 
was only a plaster cast. Subsequently . Mr. Thorn, 

(39) 



40 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 




having purchased a va- 
luable quarry near the 
city of Newark, State 
of New Jersey, the 
stone of which is ad- 
mirably adapted for 
Monumental Sculp- 
ture, as well as for 
architectural purposes generally, offered to complete 
the entire group for the Laurel Hill Cemetery, a spot 
in which he most ardently desired they should be perma- 
nently located ; and to dispose of his right to the Ceme- 
tery Company, which offer the corporation readily 
acceded to. Sir Walter and the quadruped are there- 
fore the products of the artist's chisel from American 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 



41 



stone. How truthfully the sculptor has embodied the 
author's description can be seen by the following passage 
from the historical tale of " Old Mortality." 

" An old man was seated upon the monument of the 
slaughtered Presbyterians, and busily employed in deep- 
ening with his chisel the letters of the inscription, which, 
announcing in scriptural language the promised blessings 
of futurity to be the lot of the slain, anathematized the 
murderers with corresponding violence. A blue bonnet 
of unusual dimensions covered the gray hairs of the pious 
workman. His dress was a large old-fashioned coat, of 
the coarse cloth called hoddin-gray, usually worn by the 
elder peasants, with waistcoat and breeches of the same ; 
and the whole suit, though still in decent repair, had 
obviously seen a train of long service. Strong clouted 
shoes, studded with hobnails, and gramoches or leggins, 
made of thick black cloth, completed his equipment. 
Beside him fed among the graves a pony, the com- 
panion of his journey, whose extreme whiteness, as 
well as its projecting bones and hollow eyes, indicated 
its antiquity. It was harnessed in the most simple man- 
ner, with a pair of branks, a hair tether, or halter, and 
a sunk, or cushion of straw, instead of bridle and saddle. 
A canvass pouch hung around the neck of the animal, 
for the purpose, probably, of containing the rider's 
tools, and anything else he might have occasion to carry 
with him. Although I had never seen the old man be- 
fore, yet from the singularity of his employment, and 
the style of his equipage, I had no difficulty in recog- 
nizing a religious itinerant whom I had often heard 
talked of, and who was known in various parts of Scot- 
land by the title of Old Mortality. 



42 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

"Where this man was born, or what was his real name, 
I have never been able to learn ; nor are the motives 
which made him desert his home, and adopt the erratic 
mode of life which he pursued, known to me. Accord- 
ing to the belief of most people he was a native of either 
the county of Dumfries or Galloway, and lineally de- 
scended from some of those champions of the Covenant 
whose deeds and sufferings were his favourite theme. 
He is said to have held, at one period of his life, a small 
moorland farm ; but whether from pecuniary losses or 
domestic misfortune, he had long renounced that and 
every other gainful calling. In the language of scrip- 
ture, he left his house, his home, and his kindred, and 
wandered about until the day of his death, a period of 
nearly thirty years. 

" During this long pilgrimage, the pious enthusiast 
regulated his circuit so as annually to visit the graves of 
the unfortunate Covenanters, who suffered by the sword, 
or by the executioner, during the reigns of the two last 
monarchs of the Stewart line. They are most numerous 
in the western districts of Ayr, Galloway, and Dumfries, 
but are also to be found in other parts of Scotland, wher- 
ever the fugitives had fought, or fallen, or suffered by 
military or civil execution. Their tombs are often apart 
from all human habitation, in the remote moors and 
wilds to which the wanderers had fled for concealment. 
But wherever they were erected, Old Mortality was sure 
to visit them when his annual round brought them within 
his reach. In the most lonely recesses of the mountains 
the moor-fowl shooter has been often surprised to find 
him busied in cleaning the moss from the gray stones, 
renewing with his chisel the half-defaced inscriptions, 
and repairing the emblems of death with which these 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 43 

simple monuments are usually adorned. Motives of the 
most sincere, though fanciful, devotion induced the old 
man to dedicate so many years of existence to perform 
this tribute to the memory of the deceased warriors of 
the church. He considered himself as fulfilling a sacred 
duty, while renewing to the eyes of posterity the decay- 
ing emblems of the zeal and sufferings of their forefa- 
thers, and thereby trimming, as it were, the beacon-light 
which was to warn future generations to defend their 
religion, even unto blood. 

" In all his wanderings, the old pilgrim never seemed 
to need, or was known to accept, pecuniary assistance. 
It is true his wants were very few ; for wherever he 
went, he found ready quarters in the house of some Ca- 
meronian of his own sect, or of some other religious per- 
son. The hospitality which was reverentially paid to 
him he always acknowledged, by repairing the grave- 
stones (if there were any) belonging to the family or 
ancestors of his host. As the wanderer was usually to 
be seen bent on his pious task within the precincts of 
some country churchyard, or reclining on the solitary 
tombstone among the heath, disturbing the plover and 
the black-cock with the clink of his chisel and mallet, 
and his old white pony grazing by his side, he acquired 
from his converse among the dead the popular appella- 
tion of Old Mortality. 

"In accosting Old Mortality, I did not fail to pay re- 
spect to his years and his principles, beginning my ad- 
dress by a respectful apology for interrupting his labours. 
The old man intermitted the operation of the chisel, took 
off his spectacles and wiped them, then replacing them 
on his nose, acknowledged my courtesy by a suitable 
return. Encouraged by his affability, I intruded upon 



44 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

him some questions concerning the sufferers on whose 
monuments he was now employed. To talk of the ex- 
ploits of the Covenanters was the delight, as to repair 
their monuments was the business, of his life. He was 
profuse in the communication of all the minute informa- 
tion which he had collected concerning them, their wars 
and their wanderings. One would almost have supposed 
he must have been their contemporary, and have actually 
beheld the passages which he related, so much had he 
identified his feelings and opinions with theirs, and so 
much had his narratives the circumstantiality of an eye- 
witness. 

" 'We,' said he, in a tone of exultation, '■we are the 
only true whigs. Carnal men have assumed that tri- 
umphant appellation, following him whose kingdom is 
of this world. Which of them would sit six hours on a 
wet hill-side to hear a godly sermon ? I trow an hour 
o't wad staw them. They are ne'er a hair better than 
them that shame na to take upon themsells the perse- 
cuting name of blude-thirsty tories. Self-seekers all of 
them, strivers after wealth, power, and worldly ambition, 
and forgetters alike of what has been dree'd and done 
by the mighty men who stood in the gap in the great 
day of wrath. Nae wonder they dread the accomplish- 
ment of what was spoken by the mouth of the worthy 
Mr. Pedan (that precious servant of the Lord, none of 
whose words fell to the ground), that the French mon- 
zies sail rise as fast in the glens of Ayr, and the kenns 
of Galloway, as ever the Highland men did in 1677. 
And now they are gripping to the bow and to the spear, 
when they suld be mourning for a sinfu' land, a broken 
covenant.'" 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 45 

After contemplating this effort of " the Burns of 
sculpture," the visitor, looking around, will find himself 
in an extensive and variegated garden, redolent with 
flowers, and thickly planted with a luxuriant growth of 
trees and shrubs, through which monumental stones, 
obelisks, pyramids, &c, &c, are seen in all directions. 
How shall we proceed through such a multiplicity of ob- 
jects ? is the general query. To guide the stranger so 
that he shall be enabled to view with satisfaction the 
varied scenery of the cemetery, and the many beautiful 
memorials to the dead with which it abounds, is one of 
the objects of the present work. Residents of Philadel- 
phia, who can spare an hour or two for several consecu- 
tive visits, may direct their attention to portions which they 
had before purposely omitted ; but strangers, sojourning 
temporarily in the city, who usually can make but one visit, 
we recommend particularly to procure a "guide," and 
previously prepare themselves for what they are to see, 
in order that they may select those objects which are 
most likely to interest them ; for a visit to a portion of 
the cemetery at one time is much more pleasing and 
satisfactory than a random attempt to see all. We will 
therefore endeavour to mark out a course for those who 
are in a position to make a succession of visits. 

Paying some attention to the topography of a place 
like this, for an appreciation of the objects it contains is 
likely to be aided by a clear idea of their relative posi- 
tions, we therefore commence our first visit through Sec- 
tion N, which lies to the north of the carriage-entrance, 
and thence continue our tour to the Lutheran Burial 
Ground, on the north-east corner of the cemetery; 
then through Section R, north of the chapel, &c. ; and 
from thence to Section G, on the north-west part of the 



46 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

grounds, the northern boundary of which is nearly on a 
line with the west wall of the carriage-yard. 

Section N. 

A beautiful obelisk meets the eye on entering Sec- 
tion N, situated to the left, immediately overlooking the 
carriage-way. This memorial marks the grave of 

Thomas Godfrey, the inventor of the Marine's Quad- 
rant. The monument, though simple in design, is yet 
very chaste and elegant. It was erected by the Mer- 
cantile Library Company of Philadelphia, aided by 
several citizens of Germantown, in the year 1843. 

This distinguished citizen of Philadelphia was born in 
Bristol township, about a mile from the borough of Ger- 
mantown, in the year 1704. He lost his father at an 
early age, and his mother, afterwards marrying a second 
time, apprenticed her son to a glazier; which humble 
business he acquired and pursued for several years. 
While occupied in glazing some windows on the premises 
of James Logan, Esq., at Stanton, he observed a piece 
of broken glass lying on the floor. This presented an 
idea to his reflecting mind, which eventually realized 
itself in the production of the quadrant. The first sea- 
man who tested the merit of this instrument was a Mr. 
Joshua Fisher of Lewistown. The experiment was made 
in the Delaware Bay, and proved highly satisfactory. 
England has sought to claim the honour of this valuable 
discovery, but facts, of the most indisputable character, 
prove that Godfrey's invention was at least two years 
prior to that claimed by Hadley. 

Mr. Godfrey, though an humble citizen, was neither 
poor nor uneducated. He inherited a small landed pro- 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 



47 




THE MONUMENT OF THOMAS GODFREY. 

perty from his father, which he further augmented by 
industry; and his learning and scientific attainments 
were such as to secure him the esteem and friendship of 
many men of distinction and influence. We find him 
also taking an active part in all the prominent move- 
ments of the day, particularly in those originated through 
Dr. Benjamin Franklin's " Junto," of which club he was 
an active member. He died in the year 1749. J. F. Wat- 
son, Esq., with his characteristic regard for everything 
connected with the credit of his native city, had the 
remains of this celebrated man, together with those of 
his father and mother, removed from their original place 
of interment, on the farm near Germantown, to this ce- 



48 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

metery, in 1838. The original grave-stone, which lies 
at the foot of the beautiful testimonial under notice, pre- 
sents a striking contrast, in its rude and antique letter- 
ing, to the more elegant memorials around. 

The next monument we meet is that erected to the 
memory of 

Andrew B. Kitchen, for many years a partner in 
the well-known and respected firm of Bailey & Kitchen, 
Jewellers, of Philadelphia. The memorial, which stands 
in a richly enclosed lot, has a grand and beautiful ap- 
pearance, and is well executed. In this vicinity the 
visitor will observe several beautifully adorned lots, pro- 
fusely planted with flowers, among which we call atten- 
tion to that of 

Mr. R. Fisher, in which repose the relics of Rodney 
John, Grace Darling, and Alice Maude, children of 
Rodney and Eliza Bella Fisher. Upon their memorial 
the following beautiful lines are inscribed : 

" Farewell ! oh, beautiful beloved — • 
Immortal hope with radient eye 
Looks upward through the mists of time, 
And views you clothed in robes of light, 
Immortal dwellers in a fadeless clime." 

A few yards north we have the lot of 

Dr. James L. Gihon, in which repose the remains of 
David W. Gihon, a well known and respected citizen of 
Philadelphia, whose melancholy death, in the summer 
of 1848, caused much sorrow to a large and warm circle 
of friends. 

This gentleman was spending a few weeks with his 
young and interesting family at the sea-shore, near Cape 
May. On the 29th of July a severe thunder storm 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 



4!) 







THE GRAVE OF DAVID W. GIHON. 

swept over the vicinity, and, while playing in his cham- 
ber with one of his children, Mr. Gihon was struck by 
lightning, which caused his death the same night. His 
remains were attended to their long home by the Mili- 
tary, Free Masons, Odd Fellows, and other societies, 
among: all of which he was an active and useful member. 



1 The stream that waters the waste of life, 

Flows bitter with death and sorrow; 
And the flowers to-day with fragrance rife, 
Lie blighted and lone to-morrow." 
D 



50 laurel hill cemetery. 

Section 0, 

or, as it is more generally known, 

St. John's Lutheran Burial Ground. Most of the 
monuments in this section are those removed from the 
former ground attached to this church, and are generally 
void of ornate display. Among them, however, are some 
worthy of remark, particularly that erected to the 
memory of 

Lodowyke Sharp, a tomb in the Grecian style, 
surmounted by the classic urn bearing the mythological 
emblem of immortality. Conspicuous also in this portion 
of the cemetery is the Vezan Monument ; a magnificent 
shaft of pure Pennsylvania marble of most imposing 
appearance and elegant proportions. 

The view westward from this spot, (by the Sharp 
Monument), embracing the grounds fronting the chapel, 
is one of great beauty. Nowhere in Laurel Hill is there 
presented to the eye a more striking assemblage of 
tasteful decorations, monumental architecture, or rural 
loveliness. Through the distant avenues visitors are 
continually seen, contemplating the beautiful memorials, 
and frequently the sorrowing survivors, testifying their 
love by strewing the green sod, which covers the last 
earthly home of the departed, with the choicest flowers ; 
thus keeping up a sort of sweet communion with the dead. 

Passing through the Lutheran Burial Ground, we 
proceed into 

Section R, 

the eastern boundary of which is the first avenue we 
meet running north and south from the fence to the 
carriage-way. 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 51 

Here again the visitor will not fail to observe the 
absence of all costly decoration and display on the 
majority of the monuments and tombs. The loss, if we 
may so call it, however, is more than compensated in 
the chaste and touching sentiments inscribed on most of 
them. Thus, near the north-east-end of the section is a 
simple headstone, erected to " the memory of 

Clayton Stratton, and his only children Alfred and 
Lizzie." All safe 

" Gathered from life's ills, 
Free from sin, dwelling with Jesus." 

Indeed, we may here remark, the monuments through- 
out the entire ground, together with the inscriptions 
which they bear, are an evidence of the refined and 
cultivated tastes of our citizens, and present a forcible 
contrast to those enormous piles of marble and stone, 
which so offend the eye in the monuments of Europe. 
Near the last-named memorial is another, upon the 
north front of which is sculptured a bridal wreath, 
severed by a dart. The departed, we learn by the 
inscription, was truly cut down with the nuptial wreath 
upon her brow ; having been married on the 26th of 
July, and died on the 29th of August, 1846. 

Again, near the north boundary, west from these, are 
seen two large head-stones, side by side, upon one of 
which is a sheaf of wheat, beautifully sculptured, with 
the sentence "fully ripe" inscribed beneath; on the 
other is the effigy of a lamp, with the inscription 
" trimmed and burning." What appropriate and beau- 
tiful emblems do these present of the Christian character 
of those whose graves they mark, while they are, at the 



52 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

same time, fitly and truly a type of that glorious day, 
ffhen all the redeemed shall be gathered home to their 
Father and their God. 

In this part of the cemetery repose the remains of 
John Kennedy, late associate Judge of the Supreme 
Court of Pennsylvania. Also those of 

Commander E. Byrine, U. S. N. A plain marble 
slab marks the last resting-place of this distinguished 
officer. We meet also, on the west part of this section, 
with a number of beautifully enclosed lots ; among them 
are those of 

Wm. M. McClure, Joseph Leeds, the Rev. Caleb 
Good, G-eorge Phillen, Samuel H. Fraquair, James 
Jenkins, M. D., and William T. Asson. Most of 
these enclosures are provided with seats, for the ac- 
commodation of those who come here to indulge the 
retrospection of the past, near the graves in which their 
affections are deposited. During our visits we frequently 
beheld, with melancholy pleasure, the visitors to these 
and kindred spots trimming the shrubbery and flowers 
that sprout up from the graves of their kindred, and, as 
they handled the yielding branches, we almost imagined 
that the dead stretched forth their leafy arms from the 
earth, to embrace once more those whom they had so 
fondly loved. 



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" Though we bid farewell 
Unto the Spring's blue skies, and budding trees, 
Yet may we lift our hearts in hope to dwell 
Midst higher things than these." 

Section G 

Is one of the largest, as well as one of the most de- 
sirable, portions of the cemetery. It extends from the 
avenue running along the west front of the carriage-yard 
to the terrace overlooking the river, and from the north- 
ern boundary to the observatory, and is separated on its 
southern boundary by a serpentine path from section H. 
The lots are for the most part laid out at right-angles, 
and are divided by nine avenues, running east and west, 
together with several serpentine paths immediately oppo- 
site the observatory, which form that part of the ground 
into picturesque plots. 

Proceeding along the first avenue near the north 
boundary, we meet an exquisite gem of mural archi- 
tecture, elegantly designed. The style of this monu- 
ment, erected to the memory of two children, 

Charlotte and Samuel T. Altemus, is certainly cre- 
ditable to the taste of the architect and skill of the sculp- 
tor. Opposite is an elegant memorial " to the memory of 

5 * ( 53 ) 



54 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

Sarah F. Stockton, wife of Samuel W. Stockton, 
adjoining which rises the massive granite monument, 
marking the spot where lie the remains of 

Ezra Holden, for many years favourably known in 
connection with the "Saturday Courier." This memo- 
rial has a commanding appearance, and is much admired 
for the simplicity and chastity of its design, as well as 
for solidity of construction and excellent workmanship. 
Its lofty attitude creates an interest in the structure when 
viewed from any point. Among the many memorials 
which line our walk westward, is one erected to the 
memory of 

Amelia M., wife of Charles L. Strawn, who departed 
this life, April 18th, 1845, aged twenty-one years. It 
bears upon the south front the following inscription : 

" Happy spirit ! thou art fled, 

Where no grief can entrance find ; 
Lulled to rest the aching head, 

Soothed the anguish of the mind ; 
Every tear is wiped away, 

Sighs no more shall hurt thy breast ; 
For night is lost in endless day. 

And sorrow in eternal rest." 

The decorations and lettering of this monument, consist- 
ing of a magnificent shaft of pure marble, resting on a 
pedestal, is worthy of attention, and may be considered 
among the finest specimens of sculpturing in the ground. 
The entire structure, marked by great simplicity and 
harmony of proportion, has a light and graceful, as well 
as rich and imposing appearance. 

Adjoining, on the west, is a superb altar tomb, be- 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 55 

neath which lie the remains of a once prominent and 
wealthy citizen of Philadelphia, 

Jacob Ridgeway ; and on the extreme north-west 
corner of the cemetery is the tribute to 

Dr. Morgan, Surgeon U. S. N. This gentleman was 
a favourite in the service, and his death, which occurred 
in Pensacola in the year 1841, was much regretted. The 
present monument was erected by his naval friends, who 
had his remains brought from Florida and interred in 
this cemetery. 

The Drayton Monument, situated south from the 
Ridgeway tomb, consists of a single shaft of marble, 
resting on an ornamental pedestal. The pyramid is sur- 
rounded on the top with a border of laurel leaves, and 
crowned with a sculptured sarcophagus. Upon the west 
front is an exquisite basso-relievo of South Carolina coat 
of arms, viz : the palmetto tree. 

William Drayton was a distinguished officer in the 
last war with Great Britian, and a member of Congress 
for several sessions from South Carolina. Colonel Dray- 
ton has been closely connected with some of the most 
interesting incidents in the annals of this country. Be- 
longing to a family rendered illustrious during the revo- 
lutionary war, he came into active life just at the time 
when, from his personal relation with the most eminent 
men who were collected in South Carolina at that era, 
he was as well qualified, from position, to represent their 
views, as he was from power of intellect and purity of 
character, to illustrate and maintain them. Receiving 
a finished education, he entered at an early period into 
the practice of law, at Charleston, where he soon took a 
leading professional stand. Attached to the army, how- 



56 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

ever, by taste and association, he went into active ser- 
vice on the commencement of hostilities, and acquired a 
high reputation as an officer of skill, bravery, and expe- 
rience. 

Upon the nomination of General Jackson in 1823, for 
the Presidency, Colonel Drayton appeared again, though 
in another field of action, among the foremost and most 
powerful friends of his former chieftain. Elected to 
Congress shortly afterwards, he remained the representa- 
tive from Charleston during a struggle which, to him as 
a principal actor, was perhaps the most painful to which 
he could have been subjected. 

Upon the termination of this struggle Mr. Drayton, 
feeling that his mission was ended, left his native state 
and took up his abode in Philadelphia, where he passed 
the remainder of his days. 

East from this is seen a stately monument, consisting 
of a paneled shaft, resting on an encircled pedestal ; the 
inscription on the west panel of which sets forth that the 
testimonial was erected in memory of 

John Swartzwelder, born in October, 1782, and 
died in August, 1844. Upon the south front is a tablet, 
" Sacred to the memory of Mary M. Swartzwelder," 
bearing the following beautiful passages from the sacred 
scriptures : — " Blessed are the dead who die in the 
Lord." "I am the resurrection and the life; he that 
believeth on me though he were dead yet shall he live ; 
and whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never 
die." 

On the east front is inscribed the following tribute : — 
" To our parents, who taught us how to live and how to 
die. This monument is erected to their memory by 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 57 

their bereaved and affectionate children." The north 
panel bears the well known and pathetic quotation from 
Job. — " For I know that my Redeemer liveth, and that he 
shall stand at the latter day upon the earth, and, though 
after my skin worms destroy my body, yet in my flesh 
shall I see God." 

The second and third avenues are lined on both sides 
with spacious and tastefully enclosed lots, and elegant 
memorials. Among those on the last named is that 
erected to the memory of 

John Carlton, a native of Salem, Massachusetts, son 
of Samuel Carlton, a major in the army of Independ- 
ence, who served with credit and distinction at Valley 
Forge. " John Carlton was educated in the schools of 
New England. At an early age he engaged in the 
extensive commerce of the East Indies, which charac- 
terized his native town. He was, in after life, a friend 
and companion of the late Dr. Bowditch, from whom he 
acquired unusual skill and science in naval tactics, as 
well as in the higher branches of mathematics and nau- 
tical astronomy. He was highly esteemed for integrity 
and professional science, and was appointed by President 
Madison, during the last war with Great Britain, a sailing 
master in the navy of the United States, where he served 
with distinction under the late Commodore Bainbridge, on 
board of the frigate Constitution, in her victory over the 
" Java ;" a victory not more splendid in its achievement 
than important in its results upon the commerce and 
reputation of the United States. For his skill and valor 
in that action Mr. Carlton received a medal from Con- 
gress, commemorative of the nation's gratitude to a brave 
and intrepid officer. He was a kind friend, and a sin- 
cere Christian. His memory will long be cherished by 



58 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

his brother officers, to whom his social virtues strongly 
endeared him." 

" The sun of glory sets not with the brave, 
But shines eternal o'er the grave." 

The grave of this brave officer is marked by a head- 
stone, upon the front of which a spyglass, anchor and 
cable are executed in mezzo-relievo. The monument of 

Catharine, wife of Benjamin Stiles, a Grecian tomb 
surmounted by a richly sculptured sarcophagus, adjoins 
the last named. Immediately east is the tribute to the 
memory of 

Mary, wife of Robert Howell, and of Ann, relict 
of Aaron Ellis, and mother of Mary Howell. "They 
were lovely and pleasant in their lives, and in their 
deaths they were not divided." The former died August 
21st, 1850, and her mother, December 9th, 1850. 

Now cross over into the Fourth Avenue — the reader 
still bearing in mind that we number these walks com- 
mencing from the northern boundary of the ground. 
The sylvan scene here presented, enhanced as it is by 
monumental beauties of every style, outline and finish, 
keeps the eye roving in a perpetual transport of delight. 
The flowers and shrubbery, adorning the majority of 
these enclosures, are of the most beautiful description ; 
many of them being rare and costly exotics. It is a 
charming spot. 

" Most loved by evening and her dewy star ; 
Still, still unchanged may this sweet region wear 
Smiles, that subdue the soul to love, and tears, and prayer." 

The first monument we meet in this walk is that erected 
in memory of 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 59 

"Kate," the beloved wife of James R. Smith. This 
testimonial, very neat and effective, both in style and 
execution, consists of a marble shaft, resting on a pedes- 
tal ; the latter being agreeably relieved with moulding 
and ornamental carved work. The pyramid is adorned 
on the south front near the apex with the mezzo-relievo 
of a hand, the forefinger pointing to a representation 
of the All-seeing eye. 

We next meet with a splendid coped tomb, the in- 
scription on which sets forth that it was erected to the 
memory of 

J#seph Tagert. It is of a very simple, yet elegant 
design. On the opposite side of the walk is seen the 

Hieskell Memorial. The richness of decoration and 
correctness of proportion which characterize this monu- 
ment, renders it an object of attention among the 
numerous works of art with which this cemetery abounds. 
The floriated plinth, dental band and cornice, together 
with the cluster of oak-leaves, forming the apex of the 
structure is very creditable to the sculptor. 

Commodore Alexander Murray. The remains of 
this distinguished officer rest a short distance west from 
the last named. The monument which marks his grave, 
we learn from the inscription it bears, was erected by the 
naval officers attached to the Philadelphia station, as a 
"tribute of attachment to his private virtue, and of 
respect for his long and faithful public services." Com- 
modore Murry died October 6th, 1821, aged sixty-six 
years. His remains, originally interred in the burial- 
ground formerly attached to the first Presbyterian 
church, Market and Bank streets, (this property is now 
occupied by extensive commercial warehouses,) were 



60 LAUREL HILL CEMETEEY. 

removed, with the monument, by order of his family, in 
1844 to Laurel Hill. 

Immediately adjoining is the splendid tribute to the 
memory of 

Commodore Isaac Hull, erected " in an affectionate 
devotion to his private virtues, by his widow." The 
memorial is an altar-tomb in the Roman style ; which, 
from the chasteness of design, as well as richness of 
decoration, displaying, however, none of that " gaudy 
ornamentation" so offensive to the eye, is much and 
deservedly admired. The effigy of the American eagle 
perched on the centre, emblematic at once of Ame»ican 
genius and immortality, is truthfully executed. Critics 
have found fault with the neck and bust of this figure, con- 
demning them as being too heavy. We think this cen- 
sure unjust, considering the attitude of the bird, here 
represented as defending the American colours, upon 
which it rests. 

The inscription upon the north panel sets forth, that 
the professional life of Commodore Hull "was a con- 
summate example of bravery, coolness and nautical skill, 
united with great modesty and simplicity," and that he 
was " devoted with unwavering fidelity to the public 
service." 

" History will record that he associated his own glory 
with that of his country, in the first encounter between 
frigates, in her war with Great Britain ; and by his 
triumph in the Constitution over the British frigate 
Guerriere, Captain Dacres, on the 19th of August, 1812, 
became the precursor of victories which immortalized the 
Navy of the United States." This celebrated victory 
was one of the most splendid achievements in naval 
history, and was an event that startled all Europe, 



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which then dreaded the power of England on the ocean. 
The Guerriere was considered one of the finest ships of 
war in the British Navy, and was both well equipped 
and manned, as well as strongly and powerfully built. 
She was originally captured from the French in 1806, 
by the Blanche, of thirty-eight guns. 

The " Times," a London paper, in speaking of this 
victory, said, "We have been accused of sentiments 
unworthy of Englishmen because we described what we 
saw and felt on the occasion of the capture of the 
Guerriere. We witnessed the gloom which that sad 
event cast over high and honourable minds, and partici- 
pated in the vexation and regret. It was the first time 
that the English flag was struck to anything like an 
equal force on the high seas. It is not merely that an 
English frigate has been taken, after what may be 



62 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

termed a brave defence, but tbat it should be taken by 
a new enemy, and an enemy too not accustomed to such 
triumphs. He must be a weak politician indeed who 
does not see how important this victory is, in giving a 
tone and character to the war ; and though we do not 
say Captain Dacres is punishable for the act, yet we do 
say, there are commanders in the British Navy who 
would a thousand times rather have gone to the bottom 
of the sea, with their colours flying, than have set so 
fatal an example." 

The following anecdote relative to this victory, is, we 
think, worthy of record here, as illustrative of the cool- 
ness and superior skill of Captain Hull. When the 
vessels had approached within cannon-shot, the Guei'- 
riere commenced firing. Captain Hull was at the time 
walking the quarter deck ; shortly after Lieutenant 
Morris, subsequently wounded in the action, came from 
the gun-deck and informed the commander that two 
men were killed, and inquired if they should return the 
fire. "No sir," was the reply. Ere a few more 
minutes had elapsed, the gallant Morris, impatient for 
the contest, appeared again, and in an earnest tone 
inquired if they might now fire. Hull, then intent on 
surveying the relative position of the ships, after a mo- 
ment's pause, answered, " Yes, sir, now fire !" The 
order was promptly obeyed, and. the tremendous effect 
of this first discharge showed the judgment of the 
American commander in restraining the ardor and 
impetuosity of his men until the proper moment. 
When he saw the effect of his fire, he immediately 
exclaimed, " That ship is ours !" 

Nearly opposite this spot sacred to the memory of a 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 63 

naval hero, whose fame sheds such lustre on the page of 
history, is the 

Donaldson Monument, consisting of a tomb in the 
Egyptian style of architecture, surmounted by a graceful 
obelisk, resting upon a rusticated basement. The pro- 
portions and decorations of this memorial are harmonious, 
and are evidences of a sound and pure taste in the 
architect. The execution of the work is also in corre- 
sponding perfection; indeed, we do not hesitate to say 
that the Donaldson monument is not only one of the 
best designed, but that it is also one of the best con- 
structed in the cemetery. The next tomb to which we 
call attention is that of the 

McKean Family, at the end of this avenue, in which 
repose the remains of Thomas McKean, one of the 
signers of the Declaration of Independence, subsequently 
President of Congress, and Chief Justice of the State of 
Pennsylvania. 

The memorial, an altar-tomb of the early style, con- 
sequently void of ornament, is artistically and substan- 
tially constructed. The lettering is particularly worthy 
of notice, being well defined, bold, and clear. The lot, 
tastefully enclosed, is ornamented with a hedge of ever- 
greens. 

Thomas McKean was born at Chester, state of 
Pennsylvania, in the year 1734. In 1762 he was 
elected a member of the assembly for the county of 
New Castle, and in 1765 a delegate to the general Con- 
gress. In the same year he was appointed Judge of 
the Court of Common Pleas, and of the Orphans' Court, 
for the above county; and was one of those judges, who, 
in 1765 and 1766, ordered the officers of the court to 
proceed in their duties as usual on unstamped paper. 



64 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 




TOMB OF THOMAS MKEAN. 



In 1774 he was again elected a delegate to the General 
Congress ; of which distinguished body he was chosen 
president in 1781. In 1777 he was appointed Chief 
Justice of the State of Pennsylvania ; the arduous duties 
of which office he discharged with singular ability, 
impartiality, and courage, for a period of twenty-one 
years. In 1776 he was an ardent supporter of the 
Declaration of Independence, and was one of the signers 
of that memorable instrument. Not only did he sup- 
port this act with his voice, but he also, shortly after, 
shouldered his musket, and marched with a battalion, of 
which he was colonel, into New Jersey, to aid General 
Washington, where he acquired distinction in several 
dangerous skirmishes. Indeed, throughout the whole of 
this trying period, the subject of our present notice 
devoted himself entirely to the cause of his country ; 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 65 

and his influence was such, that the British hunted him, 
as it is said, "like a fox ;" so that he had to remove his 
family no less than five times during a few months, and 
to escape their grasp had finally to seek a refuge for 
them in the wilds on the Susquehanna. 

Mr. McKean was a member of the convention of his 
native state that ratified the Constitution of the United 
States ; likewise of the distinguished body that framed 
the Constitution of the State of Pennsylvania. In 1779 
he was chosen Governor of Pennsylvania ; which office 
he held during life with credit and honour. In 1808 
Judge McKean retired from private life, in which for 
fifty years he had been engaged ; and finally closed his 
earthly career at the advanced age of eighty-four years. 
He was one of the fathers of this republic ; his memory 
will therefore be ever dear to the American citizen, 
and his tomb regarded as one of the most interesting 
objects in Laurel Hill Cemetery. The visitor will find 
it situated on the west end of this avenue fronting the 
river. 

Between the fifth and sixth avenues, facing the 
Schuylkill, will also be found the tomb of 

William Short, a native of the State of Virginia, 
who, for his learning, talents, and integrity, received 
from President Washington, with the unanimous ap- 
proval of the senate, the first appointment to public 
office ever conferred under the Constitution of the 
United States. He frequently received from President 
Jefferson 'whose friendship he always largely possessed, 
similar proofs of confidence. These trusts he fully dis- 
charged with a sincere patriotism, a sagacious judgment, 
moderation, and integrity which deserved and secured 
success. In private life he was social, intelligent, gene- 

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66 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

rous, and urbane. The evening of his lengthened days 
was calm and peaceful, and their close welcomed with 
resignation, and borne without a pang." 

The extent, richness and variety of landscape, enli- 
vened by the ever peaceful and majestic flow of the 
Schuylkill, renders the prospect from this spot one of 
the most delightful obtained in any part of the United 
States, proverbially rich in beautiful scenery. 

Let us seat ourselves in one of the ornamented iron 
chairs provided so judiciously in the enclosures, and enjoy 
the view, which has been aptly termed a bright and 
tranquil painting. A profound silence, interrupted only 
by the ripple of the passing stream, the sighing of the 
soft wind of summer through the majestic trees, mingled 
with the clear sweet carols of the feathered songsters, 
reigns amid this beautiful garden of the dead. True, 
my friend, the occasional sound of the boatman's horn, 
borne from the passing canal boat on the opposite side of 
the river, or the whistle of locomotives, which ever and 
anon are seen whirling their immese trains across the 
distant bridge, comes wafted on the breeze. They inter- 
rupt not, however, but rather enhance, by contrast, the 
repose of the scene. Here may the friend of nature 
open that great volume, and commune undisturbed with 
its God. Here may the bereaved, who are hourly seen 
stationed near, or seated upon the grave in which their 
affections are deposited, 

"Breathe their yearnings 
Under the shade of this beauteous shore, 
And pour forth the soul's untold and restless burnings, 
For looks, tones, and footsteps that return no more." 

Fragrance is in the air, beauty in the earth, and bril- 
liancy in the sky — the whole scene around us wears that 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 67 

aspect of youth, innocence and loveliness, so congenial 
to the thoughts and feelings of those who love to medi- 
tate upon the future — the better land. 

Resuming our walk, we pass through the fifth into the 
sixth avenue, where is seen a pyramid remarkable for 
the execution of its lettering. The inscription sets forth 
that the memorial was erected in memory of 

Margaret, relict of Captain M. King, and mother of 
Edward and William King, who died July 21st, 1839, 
aged sixty-five years. 

"Early widowed, her life was devoted to the culture 
of her children. She left them a noble example of per- 
severance, integrity and usefulness." 

Below this is the following tribute to the memory of 

Harriet, wife of the Hon. Edward King, and daugh- 
ter of Col. Alexander Hampton, who died July 31st, 
1840, aged thirty-six years. 

" Ne'er did a kindlier spirit part 

From earth, at heaven's behest ; 
A truer or more tender heart 

Ne'er throbbed in woman's breast. 
Take earth, all that to thee can come, 

The cold insensate clay ; 
The immortal spirit hath found its home — 

The bosom of its God !" 

Also to Col. Alexander Hampton, who died August 
18th, 1837, aged sixty years. 

The inscription upon the north front is in memory of 
Ann Eliza, wife of the Hon. Edward King, and 
daughter of James and Maria Hepburn. Born in Nor- 
thumberland County, Pennsylvania, June 20th, 1818 , 
died January 15th, 1845. 



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" To a heart replete with affection, she united an 
understanding enriched by culture and purified by taste ; 
a temper of the sweetest feminine gentleness, and a 
deportment of the most winning modesty. In her social 
relations she ever evinced a self-sacrificing spirit, finding 
her happiness in promoting that of those she loved." 
Beneath is the memento to 

Mary Jane, daughter of the Hon. Anson V. and 
Mary Parsons. Facing the river at the end of this 
avenue is seen the elegant monument of 

Henry Ewing, consisting of a noble shaft, enriched 
with a floriated cornice, dental band, &c. It bears upon 
the east front a basso-relievo representation of the 
Tennessee coat of arms. In the 

Seventh Avenue 

The first lot claiming our attention is the property of 
Daniel Bray, Esq., in which lie the remains of 
Elizabeth his wife, and their two children, John and 
Henry. The memorial, very neat and picturesque in 
appearance, consists of an altar-table raised on a rusti- 
cated base ; above the table is a massive (too much so 
we think) canopy, supported by four columns ; surmount- 
ing the canopy is an elegantly sculptured sarcophagus, 
and upon the altar-table stands a chaste and richly 
ornamented vase of flowers, bearing on the topmost bud 
the effigy of a bird. A friend at our elbow suggests the 
impropriety of attempting to delineate in this manner 
" the sweet songsters of the grove," where so many living 
examples are continually seen ; and we think he is more 
than half right, for while he was yet speaking a beauti- 
ful little creature perched upon the summit of the 
monument under notice, and poured forth its sweet 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 69 

silvery lay, exhibiting a striking illustration, by contrast, 
of the timely remark. This lot, which is assuredly one 
of the most tastefully ornamented that has so far come 
under our observation, contains, in addition to the 
memorial, two graves decorated in the French style, 
viz., the head and foot-stones designed to represent the 
scrolls of a couch, connected by ornamental side slabs, 
the pure white marble of which forms a beautiful contrast 
to the rich and varied hues of the countless flowers 
springing from the mound of the grave. On the oppo- 
site side of this walk is 

The Kirkpatrick Monument. It has a command- 
ing appearance, and is exceedingly well proportioned and 
admirably executed. The decorations, also very chaste 
and appropriate, are more striking for their disposition 
than exhuberance. 

About midway on the north side of this avenue lie the 
remains of Dr. Samuel G. Morton. 

Eighth Avenue. 

The portion of the cemetery which we are now enter- 
ing is overshadowed by majestic forest trees, which, 
with the great variety of flowering shrubs, and the count- 
less plants adorning almost every enclosure, imparts an 
impressive effect to the ground. The remains of the 
gallant soldier, 

General Hugh Mercer, lie at the south-east cor- 
ner of this avenue, on the open space fronting the 
chapel, &c. 

The remains of General Mercer were originally in- 
terred in Christ church-yard, Second street ; whence 
they were removed to Laurel Hill on the 26th of No- 
vember, 1840, attended with unusual pomp and cere- 



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mony. The elegant monument, 
constructed in the Roman style, 
was erected by the St. Andrew's 
Society of Philadelphia, as a tri- 
bute to the memory of an illustri- 
ous brother. The decorations are 
beautifully cut. The sword, scab- 
bard, &c, on the entablature, to- 
gether with the urn surmounting 
the structure, are particularly fine. 
Every visitor should see this tes- 
timonial to a hero, who, sixty-four 
years ago, taught a struggling 
people a lesson of patri- 
otic martyrdom. It bears 
s^the following inscriptions: 




On the east front — " Dedicated to the memory of 
General Hugh Mercer, who fell for the sacred cause of 
human liberty and American independence in the battle 



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71 




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GENERAL MERCERS TOM; 



of Princeton." " He poured out his blood for a gene- 
rous principle." 

The west front — " General Hugh Mercer, a physician 
of Fredericksburg, Virginia, was distinguished for his 
skill and learning, his gentleness and decision, his re- 
finement and humanity, his elevated honour, and his 
devotion to the great cause of civil and religious liberty." 



72 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

North front — " General Mercer, a native of Scotland, 
was an assistant surgeon in the battle of Culloden, and 
companion of Washington in the Indian wars of 1775 
and 1776. He received a medal from the corporation 
of Philadelphia for his conduct and courage in the 
expedition against the Indian settlement of Kittanning." 

South front — " The St. Andrew's Society of Phila- 
delphia offer this humble tribute to the memory of an 
illustrious brother." 

Westward from this point we meet a succession of 
beautifully decorated enclosures and splendid monu- 
ments ; among them is a double lot, situated on the 
north-east corner of this avenue, the property of 

Frederick Schoboer and Frederick Fcering ; the 
garden-like appearance of which, together with the 
elegant testimonials, elicit admiration from every visitor 
of taste. Also the beautiful monument to 

Mary Barton Cooke, wife of John Cooke, and only 
daughter of William S. and Matilda Crothers, who died 
at Cairo in Egypt, January 25th, 1842, aged 27 years. 

This is an altar-tomb in the much admired Ro- 
man style, and is one of the most elegant specimens 
of art in Laurel Hill. The south front is very chaste, 
and imposing in appearance. Indeed, it is the only 
point from which this fine tomb is seen to any advantage, 
the sight being obstructed from other directions ; which 
is much to be regretted, as its several parts are singu- 
larly beautiful. Upon the south panel is an oriental 
scene, representing in basso-relievo the pyramids of 
Egypt ; in the foreground of which are two palm-trees, 
one of them crushed by a sudden whirlwind from the 
desert, which is seen stretching far away in the distance. 
The execution of this panel is rivalled only by the view of 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 16 

Fairmount on the Lewis monument by the same artist. 
The leafy tracery, as well as the perspective, is designed 
and executed with masterly skill and spirit. 

Adjoining is another memorial, to the memory of 

William Shirmer Crothers, likewise designed in 
the classic style. It consists of a sarcophagus resting 
on a rusticated base, above which rises a beautiful shaft, 
surmounted by the Roman urn, partly shrouded. This 
monument possesses elevation, an important desideratum, 
which imparts a fine effect to its proportions and rich 
details. 

Immediately over the terrace, at the end of this 
avenue, is the monument of 

Ferdinand Rudolph Hassler, consisting of a 
massive block of marble in the rough, surmounted by a 
chastely designed pedestal and urn. Reclining against 
the rock is a tablet, or "headstone," containing the 
following inscription — " In memory of Ferdinand Ru- 
dolph Hassler, born at Aarau, in the canton of Argovie, 
Switzerland, October 6th, 1770. 

Having filled with honour, both in his native and 
adopted country, offices of high trust and responsibility, 
died in Philadelphia, November 20th, 1845, in the midst 
of his labours as superintendent of the United States 
coast survey and standards of weights and measures, 
both great national works, which were from their origin 
intrusted to and conducted by him with distinguished 
reputation and success. 

" Strict integrity and love of truth, with strength and 
activity of intellect, characterized him as a man, whilst 
his various scientific writings, as Avell as the two national 
works projected by him, are alike memorials of his 
laborious life, and of his contributions as a man of 

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74 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

science to the instruction and improvement of his fellow 
men." 

The tablet also contains a likeness in basso-relievo of 
the deceased, which is pronounced by competent judges 
to be very correct. It possesses much artistic merit, 
and is an evidence of superior skill in the sculptor. 
Upon the pedestal is the representation of a set of 
philosophical instruments in mezzo-relievo, the execution 
of which is superb. Adjoining this lie the remains of 

Charles A. Hassler, Surgeon U. S. N. His monu- 
ment bears the following inscription: 

" In memory of Charles A. Hassler, Surgeon U. S. N., 
born February 2d, 1810. Returning with high hope 
but impaired health from a protracted cruise, within a 
few hours embrace of all he most tenderly loved, he 
perished, aiding the feeble and the timid in the wreck 
of the steamer Atlantic, Long Island Sound, November 
27th, 1846. 

" By his brother officers admired for his rare attain- 
ments, and loved for his exemplary life. Those whose 
chief happiness it was to call him husband and father, 
and who only could appreciate the whole worth of his 
gentle and noble nature, would here inscribe the deepest 
blow heaven could inflict. ' It was thy will — thy will 
be done.' " Situated on the south-west corner of the 

Ninth Avenue 

Is the spacious family lot of Edward Coleman, Esq., 
containing six beautiful specimens of monumental archi- 
tecture. The basso-relievo on the south front of that, in 
memory of 

Mary Jane Coleman, together with the adornments 
forming the apex, is especially worthy of commendation. 
The three sarcophaguses, ranged side by side, also elicit 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 75 

general admiration, no less for their appropriate enrich- 
ments, than for the inscriptions which they bear. 

Adjoining these is a Grecian monument, presenting 
two elevations, both of great beauty, and, we might add, 
to some extent, grandeur. The lower part, or tomb, 
terminates with a handsome sculptured cornice, &c, de- 
signed in that most elegant of all orders, the Corinthian. 
Above the tomb a light and graceful shaft rises to the 
altitude of about eight feet, and is crowned with an 
elaborately carved urn. On the opposite side of the 
avenue is the altar-tomb of the 

Rotch Family ; and immediately adjoining, the me- 
morial to 

Hugh J. Hollingshead. The next monument is 
that of 

Beulah Clark, wife of James N. Dickson, and 
daughter of Solomon Allen. 

We now observe another of those beautiful specimens 
of monumental architecture, so characteristic of Laurel 
Hill. It was erected in memory of 

Caroline, daughter of Levi and Mary Ann Taylor, 
and wife of George W. Phyfe, who died at the early age 
of twenty-three years. The structure consists of an 
octagonal pedestal and shaft, the pedestal being sup- 
ported at the angles by scrolls. The shaft, resting upon 
an ogee plinth and foliated bead, is surmounted with the 
funeral urn. This composition has a pleasing as well 
as a durable appearance. 

The Shuster Monument, directly opposite, a simple 
pyramid of marble resting on a sculptured plinth and 
base, and bearing near the apex a wreath of oak leaves, 
is one that, for its unassuming simplicity, attracts general 



76 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

attention. On the north side is another of the same 
design and materials, erected to the memory of 

David Woelpper, Sen. ; and on the south-west corner 
of this avenue is yet another, though of more majestic 
proportions and elevation, marking the grave of 

William Phillips. The massive and artistic railings 
enclosing this spot will not fail to arrest attention. We 
now enter 

The Large Oval Plot extending from this point to 
the observatory. It is divided by five small paths run- 
ning north and south into eighty-six lots. A more de- 
lightful spot cannot be found to pass the sunny hours in 
contemplation. Majestic forest trees throw a delicious 
shade ; and flowers, sweet, lovely flowers, bloom in won- 
drous profusion around. Here the heart can forget the 
cares and sorrows of busy life, and muse upon the future 
with calmness, looking up to heaven for happiness and 
consolation. Among the memorials in this " sweet rest- 
ing-place of the dead," we notice those in memory of 

Benjamin Tevis, situated on the east end, the Bro- 
lasky family vault, one in memory of Elizabeth 
Mecke, and the monument sacred to 

Mary, wife of James N. Barker, on the west front. We 
also observe near the east end of the plot a beautiful 
testimonial of affection to the memory of an infant 
daughter, consisting of a sarcophagus, bearing the effigy 
of a lamb in repose. 

South of the oval plot is another smaller one contain- 
ing a few enclosures, one of which is a pyramid erected 
to the memory of 

Emelie Stevens, wife of James Stevens. It bears 
the following beautiful inscription — 



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" There is not an hour of day or dreamy night, 
But I am with thee ; 

There is not a wind but whispers of thy name, 
There is not a flower that sleeps aneath the moon, 
But in its hues or fragrance tells of thee." 

The large altar-tomb overlooking the river north of 
the observatory, designates the grave of 

Nathan Dunn, one of the founders of Laurel Hill 
Cemetery. Mr. Dunn was more extensively known and 
distinguished as the collector and proprietor of the cele- 
brated " Chinese exhibition" of the industry and skill of 
that singular but by far most populous empire in the 
world. In the collection of this rare and costly cabinet, 
so long an object of interest and attraction to the citi- 
zens of Philadelphia, New York, and Boston, this gen- 
tleman spent, to use his own words, " the flower of his 
days, and never hesitated at expense." It was his de- 
sire, we believe, that his native city should possess this 
valuable collection. Not realizing his expectations, he 
had it removed to Europe, where it yet remains. Mr. 
Dunn died at Vevay, in Switzerland, from whence his re- 
mains were brought to Laurel Hill. 

We complete our tour through Section G, by a glance 
at that portion of it opposite the chapel, comprising four 
small divisions, the first of which, embracing about thir- 
teen lots, is surrounded by the carriage-road. Among 
the monuments here, those of 

Mary Catharine, wife of Thomas J. Megear, and 
their only daughter Kate ; and of 

Robert Stewart, together with the adjoining one, 
marking the family vault of 

E. S afford, Esq., as well as that of P. Penn Gas- 
kill, are worthy of particular notice. 



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LAUREL HILL CEMETERY, 



The second plot, containing five enclosures, is sit- 
uated opposite the green-house, and immediately west of 
the last named. The visitor will not omit seeing the 
beautiful monument in this plot entitled " A Wife's 
Tribute." 

The remaining two divisions adjoin the last named on 
the north, and are bounded by the carriage-way on the 
east, on the west by the avenue surrounding the large 
oval plot, and on the south by an avenue running due 
east and west. Here is situated the monument of 




Stephen Decatur Lavalette, U. S. N., which is 
in the Roman style, and consists of a large square pe- 
destal, on which rests a sarcophagus, with medallions on 





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each side bearing appropriate naval emblems — the flag, 
anchor, &c.<> the whole surmounted by an urn. 

L. A. Godey's lot, in this division is one of the most 
tasty enclosures in the ground. The memorial is also 
very chaste and appropriate. The altar-tomb of 

John Lambert, for many years a merchant of Phila- 
delphia, as well as the adjoining beautifully adorned 
sarcophagus, together with the memorial to 

John Eckle, are all creditable specimens of art. 



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" With shadows of the past, we fill the woodland shades, 
And a mournful memory of the dead is with us in the glades ; 
Our dream-like fancies lend the wind an echo's plaintive tone, 
Of voices and of melodies, and of silvery laughter gone." 

Section P, 

Extending from the summer house to the northern 
boundary, and from the first terrace to the river, is still, 
to a great extent, left to the care of nature, and is 
covered with a luxuriant growth of forest trees, inter- 
sected only here and there by paths. Immediately 
skirting the river, masses of rock rise in picturesque 
grandeur, some of them half covered with soil and 
brushwood ; others with hoary lichen and creeping vines. 
One of the most attractive objects here is 

The Cross, situated on ' a craggy point below the 
summer-house. It is of a composition known as " the 
Portland stone," and was, we believe, erected by a 
manufacturer of that article, whether as a memorial of 
his skill, or of his admiration of the beauties of nature, 
it is not for us to decide, never having had the gentle- 
man's acquaintance ; however, it is presumed that it was 
the latter, from the following inscription which it bears : 

(80) 



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Stranger ! whose steps have reached this solitude, 

Know that this spot was dear to one 

Who here has heard delighted, 

The rustling of these woods, that now perchance 

Melodious to the gale of summer move ; 

Till all around 
Had filled his senses with tranquillity, 
And ever soothed in spirit he returned 
A happier, better man. Stranger ! perchance 
The stream, more lovely to thine eye, 
Will glide along, and to the summer gale 
The woods move more melodiously. Cleanse thou then 
The weeds and mosses from this stone. 

North of this, on another picturesque point, rises a 
well proportioned obelisk, the most exquisite of all 
monumental designs. In it art seems for once to vie 
with nature in durability. Many of these, the memorials 
of long buried ages, are to be found in Asia, Africa and 
Europe ; the most celebrated of which were brought to 
Rome during the reign of the Emperors Augustus and 
Claudius from Egypt. Two originally stood in Heli- 
opolis, adorning the front of the temple of Isis and 
Serapis. Though fashioned by the being of a day, they 
have survived all that mankind deemed most stable-laws 
— languages, institutions, nations, and gods, and stand 
in solitary grandeur, the memorials of a religion passed 
away. They are the work of a once mighty people now 
no more; and are covered with the characters of a 
language that has for ages been forgotten. 

A monument of such a design was therefore peculiarly 
suitable to commemorate the memory of such a man as 
^ Charles Thompson, the first and long the confiden- 
tial secretary of the continental Congress. Two marble 
slabs lie at its base, one of which bears the following 



82 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 




MONUMENT OF CHARLES THOMPSON. 



inscription : " This monument covers the remains of the 
Honourable Charles Thompson, the first, and long the 
confidential secretary, of the continental Congress, and 
the enlightened benefactor of his country in its day of 
peril and need." 

"Born November 1729. Died August 16th, 1824, 
full of honours and of years." 

"As a patriot, his memorial and just honours are 
inscribed on the pages of his country's history." 

"As a Christian his piety Avas sincere and enduring." 

" His biblical learning was profound, as is shown by 
his translation of the Septuagint." 

"As a man, he was honoured, loved and wept." 

The other tablet sets forth that the monument was 
"erected in memory of an honoured uncle and bene- 
factor, by his nephew, John Thompson of Delaware." 

" Hie jacet Homo Veritatis et graft e." Also of 



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MONDMENTOF JOSEPH C. NEAL. 



Hannah, wife of Charles Thompson, died 1807, 
and of 

Charles Thompson, great nephew of Charles Thomp- 
son, born January 17th, 1793, died March 26th, 1820. 
Their remains were removed from Lower Merion to this 
spot in 1838. The monument of 

Joseph C. Neal, the author of the celebrated " char- 
coal sketches," and for several years the editor of 
" Neal's Gazette" is situated on the first terrace, a short 
distance north of the summer house. It consists of a 
massive block of marble in the rough, surmounted by an 
urn, which, remarkably graceful in form, is tastefully 
ornamented with floriated bands, &c. A stringless lyre 
reclines against the vase ; below it, on the south front, 
is a tablet in the form of a shield, bearing the following : 



84 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

"Joseph C. Neal. Born 1807. Died 1847. A 
tribute of affectionate regret from those who loved him 
as a man, and admired him as an author." 

This memorial, together with the enclosure, forms an 
admirably appropriate testimonial to the memory of a 
talented writer and an amiable man. To the right of 
this is a noble monument in the Roman style, beautiful 
in design and remarkably well executed ; upon its east 
front is the name of 

John H. Beusse, formerly of South Carolina. Op- 
posite are four extensive family vaults, one of them pre- 
senting a fine specimen of the Egyptian, and another of 
the Doric, order of architecture. 

On the north portion of this terrace are several enclo- 
sures, aptly called "gardens," so carefully are the 
shrubs and flowers with which they are planted attended 
to. The inscriptions on the memorials are also worthy 
of notice for their simplicity and beauty. " We love her 
still," "Cherished — never to die," "Gone to the spirit 
land." How full of eloquence — of unaffected grief are 
these sentences. 

The sorrow for the dead, says Irving, is the only 
sorrow from which we refuse to be divorced. Every 
other wound, we seek to heal — every other affliction to 
forget ; but this wound we consider a duty to keep open, 
this affliction we cherish and brood over in solitude. 
Where is the mother who can forget the infant who has 
perished like a blossom from her arms, though every 
recollection is a pang ? Where is the child that would 
willingly forget the parent at whose knee he first learnt 
to lisp his infant prayer, though to remember be but to 
lament ? Who, even in the hour of deepest agony would 
forget the friend over whom he mourns ? Who, even 



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when the tomb is closing over the remains of her he 
most loved; when he feels his heart as it were, crushed 
in the closing of its portals, would accept of consolation 
that must be bought by forgetfulness ? No, the love 
which survives the tomb, is one of the noblest attributes 
of the soul. If it has its woes, it has also its delights; 
when the overwhelming burst of grief is calmed into 
the gentle tear of recollection ; when the sudden anguish 
over the ruin of all most dearly loved is softened away 
into pensive meditation, on all that it was in the days 
of its loveliness. Yes, there is a voice from the tomb 
sweeter than song. There is a remembrance of the 
dead to which we turn, even from the charms of the 
living. Oh, the grave ! the grave ! it buries every 
error, covers every defect, and extinguishes every 
resentment. From its peaceful bosom spring none but 
fond regrets, and tender recollections. Who can look 
down upon the grave, even of an enemy, and not feel a 
compunctious throb that he should ever have warred 
with the poor handful of earth that lies moulding before 
him. 

But the grave of those we loved ! what a place for 
meditation ! There it is that we call up in long review 
the whole history of virtue and gentleness — the thousand 
endearments lavished upon us, almost unheeded in the 
daily course of intimacy — there it is that we dwell upon 
the tenderness, the solemn, awful tenderness of the part- 
ing scene. The bed of death with all its stifled griefs — 
its noiseless attendance — its mute watchful assiduities — 
the last testimonies of expiring love ! — the feeble, flutter- 
ing, thrilling — oh, how thrilling, pressure of the hand ! 
the last fond look of the glazing eye, turning upon us 
even from the threshold of existence ! — the faint, falter- 



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ing accents, struggling in death to give one more as- 
surance of affection ! 

The following scene of grief we witnessed in this 
cemetery, which can never be effaced from our memory. 
One lovely afternoon in early spring, the season when 
the earth, bearing the impress of its Creator's hand, 
puts forth its verdure, and the trees and flowers, ex- 
panding into full leaf, clothe themselves in their gayest 
and freshest dress — when the rural scene, particularly in 
this beautiful spot, seems to carry the thoughts to that 
period when man came uncorrupted from his Maker's 
hand, and the earth blossomed forth into unnumbered 
beauties beneath its Creator's first blessing ; — on such 
an evening, while collecting notes for the present work, 
our attention was arrested by a sobbing as of a person 
in deep anguish. Seeking for the cause, we observed a 
lady by a new-made grave, around which she was strew- 
ing flowers. At intervals, she would wring her hands, 
and give vent to her grief in exclamations, which were, 
though uttered in a low tone, and such was the repose 
of the scene, borne to us at some distance from the spot. 
Among the ejaculations we distinctly heard the words, 
" Oh ! William, William, why did you leave me ! Oh ! 
why did you leave me alone !" During our subsequent 
visits, we always observed the mound which wrapt in its 
cold embrace the object of her affections, ornamented 
with fresh flowers, tokens of remembrance. 

Section S 

Comprises all that portion of the property on the 
west or river front, south of the summer-house. Its 
improvement, according to the original design, will 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 87 

consist of a succession of terraces, conforming to the 
shape of the ground — an amphitheatre, which will en- 
hance its picturesque appearance, and render it one of 
the most desirable sections in the cemetery, especially 
for the construction of family vaults. 

The following lines, by the gifted Mrs. L. Barton 
Stout, were suggested by a visit to this spot. 

"Through the green vista see the tranquil river 

Bathed in the sunset's richest glow ! 
The sparkling waves lift up their voices ever, 

And murmur music in their onward flow ! 
Now o 'er the slope the parting radiance gleameth, 

Tinging its verdure with a hue more bright ; 
Now broken through the quivering leaves it streameth, 

On flower and tomb, a shower of softened light. 

" Fast fades the day, how gloriously in dying, 

The sun his splendors round him fold ! 
Clouds piled on clouds, their gorgeous tints supplying 

A monarch's pall of purple and of gold. 
Even as we gaze those heaven-born hues are fading, 

Brief as the day-dreams — hope delights to weave — 
And solemn twilight, stealing o 'er, shading 

With her dim veil the calm and starry eve. 

"Here, as I linger, nature's voice awaketh 

Echoes long silent in the care-worn breast, 
The weary thrall awhile the soul forsaketh, 

And all life 's troubled waves are now at rest — 
Scenes of the past unchecked are stealing o'er me ; 

And through the mists of long departed years 
Forms, that to earth are lost, uprise before me, 

To claim once more the tribute of my tears." 

On the first terrace the visitor will find the grave of 
Major Adam Hoopes, of the first regiment of United 
States artillery ; a gallant, accomplished, and patriotic 



88 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

soldier of the Revolution. A Lombardic slab covers his 
last resting-place. Among the lots to be found here are 
those of the 

Field, Sherman, Sword, Fallon, Price, Robert- 
son, Thompson, Graham, and Leedom families. 

Section H 

Is bounded on the east by the carriage-road, on the 
west by the first terrace of section S, on the south by 
an avenue running north-west from the carriage-road to 
the aforesaid terrace, and on the north by a serpentine 
path, which separates this from section G. It is divided 
by a graveled walk running north and south into two 
parts, which we shall designate the "east and west 
plots." 

The first monument to which we would direct the 
attention of the visitor in this section is that of 

Joseph S. Lewis, situated in the west plot. Mr. 
Lewis was for many years chairman of the Watering 
Committee of the Philadelphia Councils, and president 
of the Schuylkill Navigation Company. To the perse- 
verance and disinterested efforts of this gentleman the 
citizens of Philadelphia owe, in a great measure, the 
successful completion of the Fairmount Water-works, an 
enterprise justly esteemed one of the noblest achieve- 
ments of the present age. 

The memorial, consisting of a magnificent altar-tomb, 
is much admired for its design and artistic construction. 
The south panel, representing a view in basso-relievo of 
the Fairmount Water-works, dam &c, is especially 
worthy of attention ; no less for the wonderful skill 
displayed in the perspective, than its admirable execu- 
tion. This fine tomb, one of the most perfect specimens 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 89 

of monumental architecture in the cemetery, is from the 
establishment of Mr. J. Struthers and Son, of Phila- 
delphia. The obelisk a little south from this is the 
monument of 

Robert Patterson, L. L. D., who, the memorial sets 
forth, was principal of the Wilmington Academy, an 
officer in the army of the Revolution, professor in the 
University of Pennsylvania, president of the Select 
Council of Philadelphia, director of the United States 
Mint, president of the American Philosophical Society, 
and an elder in the Presbyterian Church. He died at 
the advanced age of eighty-two years. 

Near this spot is the grave of a young and beautiful 
girl, who passed away to her long home, a victim to that 
fell disease peculiar to northern climates. 

" On her blue lip, and on her pallid cheek 
The fatal blight of deep consumption sat ; 
The mother gazed on her with eyelids wet, 
And at our entrance scarce had power to speak. 
The maiden, to our question, answered meek — 
That she was better, and the coming spring 
Would quite restore her, for she found it bring 
A balm already, though she felt so weak. 
The mild spring came, and brought its balm and flowers, 
But ere it issued in the full mid-May, 
She lay among its daisies ; yet the hours 
Seem not to miss her in their sportive play ; 
The birds sing none the less amid the leafy bowers, 
And morn and evening still make up the day." 

In the east plot, on its southern extremity, is the 
Ripka Monument, an elegant structure in the gothic 
style. The shaft, surmounted by an enriched canopy, 
terminating in crotchets and finals, is very light and 



90 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

graceful. Indeed the whole, as seen in the foreground 
of the accompanying plate, has a singularly beautiful 
appearance, much enhanced by its open and command- 
ing situation. 

Adjoining is a large family lot, containing three 
graves in the French style. The next enclosure, also a 
large one, contains eight memorials, respectfully dedica- 
ted to the memory of 

Thomas, Sarah, and Powell Morris, Sarah M. 
Tyson, Sansom Perot, Henry C. and Lizzie Perot. 
North from this, likewise on the carriage-drive, is an 
antique obelisk, the memorial of 

Benjamin Brannan, a patriot of the revolution, and 
of Eunice his wife, and Grace his daughter. Further 
north is a picturesque tomb, in the Greek style, dedi- 
cated to 

" My Mother." The urn upon the altar-table is very 
chaste and beautiful, and the canopy is surmounted by 
a cineraria of ancient form. 

Here are seen two more of those exquisite monuments 
(obelisks). The shaft of that erected to the memory of 

Augustus H. Denckla rests upon a foliated plinth. 
The other, marking the grave of 

Thomas C. Dubs, rests upon an elevated base, and is 
terminated by a classic urn. Both structures are justly 
proportioned, and well executed. 

The large and handsomely enclosed lot on the north- 
east corner of this section is the property of John S. 
Lippincott. 




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" Ye are not dead to us, 

But, as bright stars unseen, 
We hold that ye are ever near, 

Though death intrudes between ; 
Like some thin cloud that veils from sight 
The countless spangles of the night." 

Sections I., L. and M. 

These sections, forming the subject of the present 
chapter, comprise all that portion of the ground extend- 
ing to the south and east boundaries south of the car- 
riage-road. 

Section I 

Is subdivided into four general plots, (see the accompa- 
nying ground-plan) which we shall designate respec- 
tively, the north, south, east, and west plots, according 
to their location. Commencing our tour through the 

North Plot, 

At its western extremity on the carriage-way, we have 
the enclosure in which lie the remains of 

Charlesanna E., wife of Dr. Wm. H. Tingley, and 
daughter of Dr. Charles Lukens, of Chester county, 

(91) 



92 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

Pennsylvania. The memorial, a beautiful headstone, 
was erected as a " tribute of affectionate love by her 
afflicted mother." It bears the following inscription : — 
" The happiness of a bright young life was laid down 
with child-like submission at the feet of a redeeming 
Saviour ; and of such, we are told, is the kingdom of 
heaven." 

" How blessed are the youthful dead. 
That e 'en like thee depart ; 
Heaven on thy dying lips, 
Peace in thy trusting heart." 

Adjoining is a lot enclosed by several yew trees of 
the beautiful Taxus Hibernicus species, intermixed with 
rose bushes. In it lie the remains of 

Mary, wife of Isaac Macauley, Sen. The next con- 
tains a monument in white marble, erected, as the 
inscription sets forth, in memory of 

Joseph O'Brien, of Massachusetts, who died June 
12th, 1839, in the 47th year of his age. " He desired no 
epitaph, and he needs none." Here is also a picturesque 
altar-tomb, upon which reclines the effigy of an open 
Bible. It was erected in memory of 

Nancy Darling, wife of John S. Richards, of Read- 
ing, Pennsylvania, and daughter of Joseph and Nancy 
D. O'Brien ; also of 

Joseph Edmund and Nancy Valeria, children of 
John S. and Nancy D. Richards. In this lot also 
repose the remains of 

Hannah 0. B. Dunning. The massive marble slab, 
slightly raised from the ground, east from this, marks 
the graves of 

Jonathan and Mary Smith, together with those of 




THE MANDEKSON MONUMENT — SECTION I 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 93 

several of their children and grand children The next 
memorial we meet is that of 

Ann Margaretta, wife of John Snyder. This is an 
elegant tomb in the Ionic order. 

The Manderson Monument, and burial lot, is the 
next. 

The design and proportions of this stately memorial 
are so harmonious and correct, and its decorations dis- 
play so much elegant simplicity, that it may be referred 
to as a specimen of cultivated taste, and a work of art 
creditable to any country. The lot, containing also an 
elegantly sculptured sarcophagus, two tombs in the French 
style, and a beautiful coped tomb, is enclosed by an 
ornamental iron railing, of a rich and appropriate 
design, from the establishment of Mr. Robert Wood. 
We regard this railing, both in design, solidity of con- 
struction, and finish, as among the most gratifying 
evidences of artistic progress, in this important branch 
of domestic industry, presented in the cemetery. 

Beneath the shade of three trees to the south are the 
tombs of 

Charles Rockland Thompson, and of Theodore 
Thompson. The remains of 

Lieutenant Edward Le Clerc, an officer in the 
United States army during the Mexican war, repose 
near this spot. An antique tomb in the Grecian style 
marks his grave. It bears the following inscription : — 

" Lieutenant Edward Le Clerc, son of Joseph P. and 
R. M. Le Clerc. Died August 12th, 1849, aged thirty 
years. After bravely defending his county's flag in 
the sanguinary battles in Mexico, he returned home but 
to die from disease contracted in that country." 

The lot on the east front of the Le Clerc Monument 



94 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

is enclosed by a hedge of the evergreen or Buxus 
Sempervirens bush. It contains two memorials, each 
designed in the form of a couch. These, with the floral 
decorations of the lot, attract general attention. 

The next is a monumental stone, surmounted by a 
delicately shaped urn, inscribed 

"Lizzie's Grave;" a running rose-bush, springing 
from the mound, twines in graceful folds around the 
monument, imparting a singularly picturesque appear- 
ance to it. The burial lots of the 

Lapsley, Kendall, and Welsh families, also in this 
plot, are worthy of attention, no less for their appro- 
priate inscriptions, than for their floral adornments j 
each being highly cultivated garden spots. 

The South Plot 
Is one of the most charming localities in the cemetery. 
It contains several rich and beautiful monuments, among 
which is that erected in memory of 

Cadwalader Evans. This is a coped tomb, and its 
execution is of a very superior order, both as regards 
style and finish. The monument of 

Comegys Paul is also a beautiful memorial, grace- 
fully and highly decorated. It is an altar-tomb. Here 
also we have the burial lot attached to the 

Pennsylvania Institution for the Instruction of 
the Blind, purchased as a place of interment for such 
pupils as might die within that institution. Within this 
enclosure repose the remains of 

William Young Birch, an early friend and benefac- 
tor of the Pennsylvania Institution for the Instruction of 
the Blind ; a charity which enlisted his warmest interest 
from its first organization, and to which he bequeathed, 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 



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V£ 




MONUMENT OF WILLIAM YOUNG BIRC1 



untrammeled by limitations or conditions, his whole 
fortune. 

The memorial, consisting of a cippia, or monumental 
pillar, surmounted by a Grecian urn, was erected by the 
managers of the above institution, as a testimonial no 
less to his benevolence and virtue, than their apprecia- 
tion of his generous bequest. Here too lie the re- 
mains of 

Julius R. Friedlander, the benevolent principal 
and founder of the Pennsylvania Institution for the In- 
struction of the Blind. This distinguished philanthro- 
pist, who fell a victim to his efforts in the cause of 
suffering humanity at the early age of thirty-six years, 
was born in Upper Silesia, in the year 1803, of Jewish 
parentage. While at Leipsic, where he was sent to 
complete his studies, he united his eternal interests with 
the Christian church. He early devoted himself to the 



96 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 




MONUMENT OF JULIUS R. FEIEDL 



cause of education, and was engaged as tutor in the 
family of the Prince of Furstenburg, whose confidence 
and respect he entirely secured and ever retained. 

The effectual relief which he saw afforded to the appa- 
rently hopeless and helpless destitution of the blind, 
through the system invented and adopted in Europe, 
eventually concentrated the benevolent impulses of Mr. 
Friedlander, and directed them to that class of sufferers, 
as demanding his peculiar solicitude and exertions: Af- 
ter previous preparation for his holy mission, which was 
truly to open the eyes of the blind ; to send them to 
those fountains of living waters, which many who have 
the privilege of natural sight neglect, Mr. Friedlander 
selected the United States as unoccupied ground, and 
addressed himself to the city of Philadelphia as the best 
place to develop his object, and execute his plans. His 
was not the spirit of an adventurer seeking personal 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 97 

advancement, but was actuated by a true and practical 
philanthropy. He came to carry out a plan which he 
had carefully examined and determined upon, previous 
to leaving his cherished home. His was a zeal happily 
guided by knowledge, and tempered by sound discretion. 
No attraction withdrew him for a moment from his pur- 
pose ; no obstacle dismayed him, nor was he daunted 
with his comparative disappointments in his first efforts. 
He commenced with a single pupil in the seclusion of 
his own chamber. With admirable patience he devoted 
laborious hours day and night to the instruction of this 
child. His success eventually was such in this instance, 
as to attract the liveliest interest and ardent support of 
those who witnessed it, several of whom were prominent 
citizens. These gentlemen, fully impressed with the 
necessity of devising and applying means for the intel- 
lectual instruction of the blind, regarded it as a happy 
circumstance that the subject of our notice had come to 
Philadelphia with the noble purpose of devoting himself 
to this laudable design. Their hearts being enlisted in 
the cause, they were soon enabled, with the aid of kin- 
dred spirits, to establish a school, which is now not only 
a credit to the city of his adoption, but an honour to 
the state. 

Having accomplished the dearest object of his heart, 
Mr. Friedlander was not long permitted to contemplate 
the work of his hands. A hopeless malady seized upon 
his already feeble frame, and defied the skill of physicians, 
and the action of the most genial clime. After a voy- 
age, fruitless of benefit to his sinking body, he returned 
to the bosom of his adopted and cherished family at the 
Institution, where he lingered for a few days, his spirit 
cheered by grateful voices, and solaced by the sound of 

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98 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

melodies which he himself had tuned. On the 17th of 
March, 1839, he sank tranquilly to death. Sightless 
eyes shed tears of unbidden and heartfelt sorrow over 
one who had been to them a father and a brother, and 
the citizens of Philadelphia felt and acknowledged that 
a good spirit had departed from their midst. 

As the stranger views this beautiful shaft, rising in 
simple and unadorned majesty, bearing the name of 
"Friedlander," he will rejoice that amidst the memo- 
rials commemorative of public or social merit, science or 
wealth, the enlightened labours of a true Christian and a 
practical philanthropist are not forgotten. In this lot 
repose the remains of 

Lewis Beaumont, a pupil of the Institution, who died 
in the thirtieth year of his age. Also those of 

Brice Henderson, aged ten years. The fruits of 
religious instruction were strikingly apparent during the 
illness of this amiable child. He had been two years in 
the institution ; the summer vacation previous to his 
death he spent in reading through the whole Bible. 
Here also repose the remains of 

Mary James, a young, interesting, and amiable child 
from Pittsburg, who died in the eighth year of her age. 
Likewise those of 

Michael Snyder, a teacher in the institution for 
many years. The first lot to which we direct our 
steps, in 

The East Division 

Of Section I, is that of the Holms' family. It is 
situated on the north-west corner of the plot, and is 
enclosed by an ornamental railing, of an elegant gothic 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 



99 



design. South-west from this is another which contains 
several memorials, among them one dedicated to 

" Our Kate." This memento claims particular at- 
tention. It combines simplicity, unity and harmony; 
very important requisites in works of this description. 
Its general appearance is much more commendable than 
many of the more elaborate and ornate designs in its 
vicinity. Next is the family lot of 

Jacob Peters, and adjoining the monument of 

Henry Lentz, very simple and effective in design and 
execution. 

The Lewis family lot is the next. In it repose the 
remains of William West Lewis, and of Sarah Fran- 
cis, wife of Mordecai Lewis. In the 

Lewar's lot, adjoining, is a headstone containing the 
following pathetic address : 

" Adieu, Helen, adieu ; 
My life, my light, adieu. To me 
Of all earth's gifts the loveliest, 
Dearest, adieu ! 

"'Twas God 
That called thee home. All's well 
With thee. Thy footsteps o'er 
The flowing paths of yon bright home 
Now meekly glide. There, fair spirit, 
Rest thee. 

" Soon too, I must away — 
Oh, then may my lone spirit 
Wing its flight to that realm 
Of bliss, where we again shall meet 
No more to part. Till then, loved one, adieu." 

Proceeding along the avenue, which now assumes a 
serpentine course, we pass the lots of the 



100 laurel hill cemetery. 

Graham, Bailey, Stokes, Richards, Lukens, Wood, 
and Leech families. In the last named is an exqui- 
sitely designed and remarkably well executed memorial, 
dedicated to our 

" Dear Willie." During the afternoon the effect 
of the little statue placed at the head of the grave is 
very fine. Then the sun brings out its every lineament 
of form with admirable sharpness and distinctness ; one 
would almost imagine it to have been wrought out of 
statuary porcelain, so perfectly transparent is the marble. 
West from this is seen several artistic marble posts, of 
elaborate design and execution. They each bear in 
basso-relievo the dial of a clock, and the goddess of 
Liberty. Time and the goddess of Liberty ! Whatever 
may have been the idea intended to be here represented, 
we cannot but condemn the intruding of anachronisms 
and mythology into such sacred places as Christian 
cemeteries. Appropriate symbols are intelligible, but 
allegory on sepulchral memorials are, in most cases, a 
sealed language, and in exceeding bad taste. The 
monument of 

Mary Ann Garrison, situated in this vicinity, will 
bear a very minute examination in all its details. It is 
a good example of a " monumental stone" in the gothic 
style, with the rare advantage of having a meaning and 
purpose, in all its decorations and ornamental curves. 
It presents a decidedly beautiful and rich appearance. 

Before leaving this portion of section I., we must 
direct attention to the monument of 

Daniel Fitler, formerly sheriff of Philadelphia 
County, as one of the most graceful and appropriate 
designs that has yet come under our notice. The foun- 
tain and broken pitcher cut on the north front, impart a 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 101 

grave and serious impression to the mind. It recalls the 
words of the preacher in Holy Writ, exhorting his chil- 
dren to remember their Creator before the day " when 
the keepers of the house shall tremble, and the strong 
men shall bow themselves, and the grinders shall cease 
because they are few, and those that look out of the 
window be darkened, and the doors shall be shut in the 
streets, when the sound of the grinding is low, and all 
the daughters of music shall be brought low ; when they 
shall be afraid of that which is high, and fears shall be 
in the way, and the almond-tree shall flourish, and the 
grasshopper shall be a burden, and desire shall fail : 
because man goeth to his long home, and the mourners 
go about the streets : or ever the silver cord be loosed, 
or the golden bowl be broken, or the pitcher be broken 
at the fountain, or the wheel broken at the cistern. 
Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was, and 
the spirit unto God who gave it." 

The remaining or western portion of this section is 
beautifully situated, and from it several charming views 
are obtained of the river, embracing the Columbia bridge 
and Peter's Island in the distance. 

Proceeding along its southern boundary towards the 
west, we meet a number of little parterres, each of which 
is rarely without some memento of love. Among these 
lots are those of the 

Reed, Bird, Parsons, Fassitt, Johnson, Waldie, 
Law, Perit, and Miller families. The monuments of 

Thomas Fassitt, of John W. Perit, and of Peter 
Miller, are of superior execution. The urn and pall 
introduced in the first named is designed with spirit, and 
produced with great truthfulness of effect. 



102 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

Section L. 

This is an extensive section, though not so generally 
occupied, particularly on its east front, as other portions 
of the cemetery. It is bounded on the east by the Ridge 
Road, on the west by Section S, on the north by Sec- 
tions H. I. and M., and on the south by the southern 
boundary of the ground. Commencing our observations 
on the west front, at its southern extremity, we have the 
monument of 

Major Nathaniel Donnell, an officer of the Ameri- 
can army during the revolutionary war, near which is 
the grave of 

Dr. George McClellan, a well-known and talented 
physician of Philadelphia, whose surgical cabinet in the 
Pennsylvania Medical College of that city will long 
remain an endearing monument of his scientific re- 
searches. Among the lots in this vicinity, which is 
truly a lovely spot, are those of the 

Graham, Lejee, Reeves, Price, Scott, Rawle, 
Church, Swift, Crawford, Taylor, and Buinker 
families. There are also several beautiful monuments, 
among them an Egyptian one in memory of 

Acs ah Willis, wife of James Nevius ; near which is 
the testimonial in memory of 

Charles Stewart Fry, erected by " his female 
friends, in commemoration of his talents and virtues, as 
well as to record their sorrow for his early death." He 
died in the 22d year of his age. Proceeding eastward, 
we observe the burial lots (some of which are very large 
and richly enclosed) of the 

Gibson, Craige, Wetheral, Hollond, Dixon, Ba- 
ker, Tarpley, Hillborn, Harrison, Fleming, Eck- 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 103 

ert, Crawford, Bowen, Dickey, Arrot, and Rosen- 
GRENTz's families. About midway between the east and 
west front of this section is 

The Gothic Monument, erected to the memory of 
three sisters, daughters of John A. Brown. This is the 
largest and most costly memorial in the cemetery. It is 
designed in that style of Gothic architecture which pre- 
vailed in England during the greater part of the four- 
teenth century, and which, from the amount of ornament 
employed, has been named the " decorated." The fo- 
liage and decorations generally on this specimen, are 
skillfully carved, and the whole structure presented in a 
graceful and delicately worked manner. Adjoining this 
imposing monument is an extensive place of sepulture 
containing four altar-tombs in the antique style, erected 
respectively to the memories of 

Mary, wife of Charles Williams, daughter of William 
J. Duane ; Franklin Bache Duane ; Ellen, wife of 
B. Scatterthwaite ; Sarah Franklin, daughter of Wm. 
J. Duane; and Sally, daughter of Charles Williams. 
The majestic obelisk standing in the next lot, is the 
monument of 

Caroline Burrill, wife of Henry Farnum. In re- 
gard to correctness of proportion, and excellency of 
execution, this tribute to the memory of an amiable lady, 
stands pre-eminent among the memorials of Laurel Hill. 
The flowers which adorn the west front are truthfully 
conceived, boldly sculptured, and display artistic merit 
of a high order, united with great mechanical skill. It 
is worthy the establishment from which it emanated — 
Struthers & Son, of Philadelphia, the first in the city in 
the artistic excellence of its productions. Next is the 
chastely designed and well executed monument of 



104 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

Eliza, wife of John W. Claghorn; then the altar- 
tomb of 

George Pepper. The ornamental iron enclosure to 
this lot is worthy of particular attention, from those 
taking an interest in the artistic merits of ornamental 
iron work. East from this we find the burial places 
of the 

Graham (Thomas), Barger, Dixey, Riggs, Steel, 
Voigt, Harmstead, Oldham, Carse, Loughrey, 
Rose, Natt, Leach, Loluh, Taylor, Groff, Mar- 
shall, Keacy, Sterling, Kirby, Gemmill, Miles, 
Barnes, Beck, Standly, Bunting, Hullings, Hacket, 

COSFELDT, DONATH, GARDNER, HEYLIN, WlLKINS, MaRK- 

ley, Adams, Meinell, Miller, Drinnan, Thompson, 
Duey, Wilson, Carters, Anner, Austen, and Mc- 
Henry families. Among the monuments in the eastern 
portion of this section, is an elegantly designed altar- 
tomb, beneath which repose the remains of 

Isabel, daughter of Thomas and Hannah Coleman. 
It is proposed to complete this memorial according to 
the design presented in our engraving. The figure, 
which will be life-size, is, we learn, being executed in 
Italy. When complete, this monument will be one of 
the most beautiful and interesting in the cemetery. The 
next is the tribute to 

"My Husband." Roses and other lovely flowers 
twine around, and much enhance the effect of its striking 
appearance. The lots of the 

Mitchell, Randal, and Wise families in this vi- 
cinity, are also remarkable for their floral adornments, 
and beautiful memorials. The monument of 

Cadet Henry W. Wilson, of the U. S. Military 
Academy, West Point, stands immediately on the line 




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of the eastern front of the cemetery, overlooking the 
turnpike-road. It is a massive granite obelisk, and was 
erected by his classmates in 1841. 

Section M 

Is bounded on the east by Section L, on the west by the 
carriage-road, on the south by Section I, and on the 
north by the ground belonging to the Entrance, and 
porter's lodge. It is divided into three general parts, 
viz : an eastern, middle, and a western plot. 

Let us proceed southward, along the carriage-road 
from the north-west angle of the section, to the boundary 
dividing it from I and L. The burial vault attached to 
the first Presbyterian Church, in which repose the re- 
mains removed from the old burying ground, Market 
and Bank streets, in 1848, occupies the first lot. In 
addition to the memorial marking this interesting spot, 
where lie mingled the bones of many who once inhabited 
the places we now occupy, but whose memories are for- 
gotten, is the monument of 

Brooke Smith, a native of Birmingham, Great Bri- 
tain, for many years a resident of the United States. 
" He was eminently distinguished by the affectionate re- 
spect of the principal inhabitants of Philadelphia, to 
whom he was endeared and united by his extensive abi- 
lities, probity, and active benevolence." 

The memorial, designed in the Roman style, and 
wearing the impress of the destroying hand of Time, was 
erected by his friends in England as a token of their 
affection, and as a tribute due to his character and many 
virtues. He died October 1-8-, aged 87 years." Next 
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106 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

Captain Gustavus S. Drane, second regiment U. S. 
Artillery, who died at Fort Mifflin, in 1846, in the 57th 
year of his age. 

Captain Drane was a brave and meritorious officer, 
who faithfully served his country for many years. He 
distinguished himself at the storming of Fort George, 
and at the battle of Williamsburg, during the war of 
1812 with Great Britain. He likewise, being ever ready 
for the most arduous duties, served with zeal during the 
protracted and harassing war with the Florida Indians; 
and in the battle of Ouithlacootie, fought December 31st, 
1835, he signalized himself by his coolness and deter- 
mined courage. We next meet in our progress the 
monument of 

Samuel Woodward. This memorial is designed in 
exceedingly good taste, and its enrichments, which are 
both beautiful and emblematic, are very chaste. It is 
an appropriate and worthy tribute from a wife to the 
memory of a cherished companion of many happy years. 
Upon the shaft is the following inscription : — " The 
Sons of Temperance, Pennsylvania Division, No 4, con- 
secrate this tablet to 

Their Brother. Ardent, but gentle, the friend of 
all the good, but no man's foe, his life was a well of 
ever-springing virtue, his death the triumph of the 
Christian ; the memory of his virtues is with us ; their 
exceeding great reward with his Lord and Saviour Jesus 
Christ." 

We had the pleasure of Mr. Woodward's friendship, 
and can therefore without partiality say that he was 
truly beloved, for the simplicity of his manners, the 
benevolence of his character, and unaffected reverence 
for religion. To the young and inexperienced in par- 



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ticular, he was ever ready to extend acts of kindness 
and counsel. In all the benevolent movements of the 
day he took an active though silent part. He secured 
the respect and esteem of all good citizens, during the 
short period he participated in the politics of his country, 
by the consistency of his principles, and his unwearied 
activity in supporting them. He was 

" A friend to truth, of soul sincere, 
In action faithful, and in honour clear ! 
Who broke no promise, seized no private end, 
Who gained the title of " the poor man's friend." 
Ennobled by himself, by all approved, 
Praised, wept, honoured, and by all beloved." 

There are several family lots in this section elegantly, 
and many of them richly enclosed, and ornamented with 
flowers, &c. Among them are those of the 

Osbourn, Reed, Wells, Watt, Boller, Lawson, 
Smith, McCauley, Way, Lord, Lamb, Cox, Okie, 
Sutton, Croome, Baldwin, Martin, Cope, Hamilton, 
Mitchel, Coates, Koons, Euston, Carter, and Panen 
families. The monument of 

Rebecca, wife of Pollard McCormick, and daughter 
of Peter and Sarah K. Shoenberger, is a beautiful testi- 
monial. It attracts attention from almost any part of 
the section, being situated on a gentle slope, near the 
north end of the middle plot. 

Our next visit will embrace all that portion of the 
ground bounded by the carriage-way, comprising sections 
A, B, C, D, E, and F. 



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" Art is long and time is fleeting, 

And our hearts though stout and brave, 
Still like muffled drums are beating 
Funeral marches to the grave I" 

Our fifth visit extends through 

Sections A, B, C, D, E, and F, 
the most improved, and in many respects the most beau- 
tiful, in the Cemetery. These sections, as seen by the 
map, are bounded on all sides by the carriage-road. 

The scene from the front of the chapel is one of un- 
paralleled loveliness. Through it innumerable monu- 
ments are tastefully disposed — some of them exquisite 
works of art ; while trees, shrubs, and flowers of every 
variety and hue throw a delicious shade around. In 
such a pleasing spot, when the birds are singing, and 
the trees and plants present their verdure, the dreariness 
of the grave is lost, the utter oblivion that awaits the 
tenant of the tomb is forgotten ; death is here robbed 
of half its terrors. 

The botanical riches of Laurel Hill is justly cele- 
brated. Many rare and choice varieties of plants, pai*- 
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are here to be found. This is principally owing to the 
managers of the corporation, who from the very com- 
mencement of the enterprise, have displayed a commend- 
able taste in the selection of the choicest specimens, 
peculiar to our own climate, and in intermingling them 
with the more rare and curious productions of other 
lands. We consider the cultivation of plants, apart 
from hygienic considerations, in burial places as pecu- 
liarly appropriate, and the labour and care taken in 
their collection and nurture, as labour well bestowed. 
In this respect Laurel Hill stands unrivalled — almost 
every enclosure in it displaying the appearance of a gar- 
den every grave a flower bed. Around these hallowed 

spots the bereaved are continually seen, pruning the 
young branches, wreathing chaplets wherewith to adorn 
the memorials, or seated by the mounds, ruminating on 
the dearest memories. Beautiful flowers ! who can help 
loving them? The spirit of poetry abides in them. 
Whole histories are chronicled in their blossoms. They 
think with us, speak to us, and no voice is like theirs— 
so u-entle, so consolatory, and so sweet. Everlasting 
flowers ! ye are wreathed with all seasons and affections ; 
ye twine around the heart, and cling to sweet memories 
past. What more fitting, what more beautiful emblems 
than these to deck the grave ? With what pleasure do we 
view the snow-drop, sweet herald of the spring, appear- 
ing and raising day after day its white head above the 
snow that shrouds the lowly bed of a beloved one ! With 
what emotions do we behold the lily in her innocent and 
lovely vestment, the beauty of which man, with all his 
pride and art, cannot equal, blooming over the spot 
where lies the form of one, the very hairs of whose head, 
the Saviour tells us, were numbered, and not one of 
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which fell to the ground without his father's knowledge. 
The bay tree, too, shading that humble mound, recalls 
the minstrel king of Israel, and as it waves in the pass- 
ing breeze, we think we hear him chant the psalms, 
and sing of the tree of life, and the green pastures and 
still waters of the heavenly land. 

Flowers are also appropriate mementos for the grave, 
reminding us of the vanity and fleeting nature of all 
earthly things. From their short-lived duration, we 
learn the transitory nature of human glory, and the little 
reason there is that any mortal should pride himself 
upon those distinctions, which, at best, are but fleeting 
as a flower. " Man," says the sacred writer, " cometh 
forth as a flower, and fleeth as a shadow ; his days are 
as grass, as a flower of the field, so he flourisheth ; but 
the wind passeth over it, and it is gone" — so we, too, 
must pass away with the same silent rapidity to our 
mother earth, and be seen or remembered no more by a 
world which, after all that can be said of it, is at best 
but a sorrowful, transient, and deceitful pilgrimage, des- 
tined itself to pass away. Commencing our perambula- 
tions, we enter 

Section A. 

The ground plan accompanying the work, will here 
be found very convenient, owing to the winding and pic- 
turesque confusion of the paths through which we are 
to pass. The first object arresting the attention is the 
monument of 

George Troutman, near the carriage-road, oppo- 
site the chapel. The next is the splendid altar-tomb, 
erected in memory of 

Dr. Evans. This memorial is a treat to admirers of 



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the chaste and beautiful in monumental architecture. 
The beauty of design, picturesque combination of the 
parts, harmony of detail, and boldly and richly sculp- 
tured adornments, place this tomb in the highest class 
of art. It was executed by J. Struthers & Son, to 
whose establishment it does infinite credit. The monu- 
ment of 

Samuel Levis, Jr., a triangular pyramid, standing 
immediately to the east of this magnificent tomb, is the 
next. It was erected by Mr. Levis' friends and asso- 
ciates of the engineer's corps of the Pennsylvania Rail- 
road Company, as a tribute of respect and esteem for his 
memory. In this vicinity is likewise the monument of 

Henry Sweyer, and of Margaret, his wife. It also 
marks the last resting place of 

Henry S. Trevor. In the same enclosure with 
these is the artistic and appropriate tribute to the me- 
mory of 

Frederick Graff, the originator and designer of 
the Fairmount Water- works ; the first public work of the 
kind in the United States, and one in the possession of 
which the citizens of Philadelphia may well be proud. 
The monument is worthy of attention, as being a new 
architectural composition. It bears also a feature of 
much importance in monumental designs i. e. durability, 
and is likely to remain a memorial of this distinguished 
man, long after the more elaborate ones around have 
crumbled into dust. 

Proceeding along the avenue running north-east from 
this point, we have the monument of 

Sarah, wife of Davis Pearson, alongside of which is 
a beautiful sculptured headstone, inscribed to 

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112 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

of beholding a more appropriate idea embodied on any 
memorial than this. Next is the monument of 

John Ely, and nearly adjoining that of 

Caroline Sarah Ann, wife of William West. Then 
we have the grand and lofty one of the 

Wetheral Family. The elegance of outline, and 
masterly execution of this monument is much admired. 

On the east part of this section is a large plot, enclosed 
by a substantial and ornamental iron railing, and shaded 
by six lofty white pine trees. It contains the place of 
sepulchre of the 

RocKniLL Family, which is designated by a Lom- 
bardic slab, slightly elevated from the ground. Here is 
also seen one of those happy designs, so peculiar to 
Struthers and Son's establishment. Beneath it repose 
the remains of 

Charles, son of George and Julia Boker. West 
from this is another beautiful monument, erected to the 
memory of 

Alfred Theodore Miller, son of Matthew T. and 
Caroline Miller, consisting of a shrine in the " Doric 
Order," within which, reclining on an altar-table, is the 
figure of a lovely child, exquisitely cut in Italian marble 
by the celebrated sculptor Pettrich. The likeness, which 
is said to be very good, is from a portrait taken after 
death. Upon the north panel of the tomb is the follow- 
ing verse : 

"A bud of beauty, nipped by death? 
Oh no ! upborne to milder skies, 
Where no rude wind with icy breath 
May blight a flower of paradise." 

This is also from the establishment of Struthers and 
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Section B. 

Among the many elegant and pleasing memorials in 
this section, we notice those of 

John Vaughan, Francis Harrison, (a native of the 
island of St. Domingo) and of Charles Graff. The 
whole surface of this last is sculptured in a very rich 
and elaborate manner. In this respect it may be con- 
sidered as among the most attractive and interesting 
that has come under observation. Next is a picturesque 
design inscribed 

To Our Mother. These two last named are situated 
near the south extremity of the section. The tribute to 
the memory of 

Andrew U. Prevost, erected by the Union Lodge 
of the A. Y. M. in testimony of his worth as a man, and 
the rare virtues of his masonic character, is the next we 
meet proceeding north from the Graff Monument. In 
this neighbourhood are a number of beautiful designs 
and enclosures. Among them one in which lie the re- 
mains of 

James Edwin, son of Benjamin and Ann Burnell, late 
of England, who, the memorial states, was " a rare 
scholar — of retired habits, and free from the world's 
piety ; he lived and died a pure Christian." 

Adjoining is another, remarkable for the mementos 
which are at all seasons to be seen hanging on the 
tombs. In it repose the ashes of 

Henriette Florine Icher, wife of Eugene Roussel, 
and of Anastasie Francoise Ycher, wife of Zavier 
Bazin ; also of Adam Eugene Edword son of Zavier 
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and Adele Bazin. In this vicinity too repose the re- 
mains of the poet, scholar, and divine, 

Walter Colton, Chaplain U. S. N., and for some 
period principal editor of the North American news- 
paper, published in Philadelphia. 

Mr. Colton was a man of much talent and great 
worth, which he exhibited in various stations, public and 
private. His professional duties as a chaplain in the 
navy, endeared him to both officers and sailors. To the 
latter he was ever an ardent and sympathizing friend. 

Called by the exigency of war from the peaceful 
position of Chaplain, to the responsible post of Alcade 
or chief civil magistrate of Monterey in California, he 
displayed administrative abilities of a high order, and 
performed the duties of that office so as to secure 
universal respect and admiration. The poor almost 
worshipped him ; the rich knew that with him justice 
had no itching palm. He was what all men in such 
stations should be — incorruptible. As an author his 
works evince talents of no common order. " Land and 
Sea," " Sea and Sailor," " Three years in California," 
&c. &c, will long give him a claim upon public recollec- 
tion. He died on the 22d of January, 1851. His 
memorial is a simple marble obelisk, void of all orna- 
ment, excepting where the name, birth, age, and death 
are inscribed. The following lines are from the pen of 
this lamented author : 

" There is a voice which yet will thrill the grave, 
And wake the sleeper from his bed of clay ; 
He who this intellectual being gave 

Will pour upon its form His <p.riekening ray, 
Call back its vital bloom, its tuneful breath, 
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LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 115 

Upspringing from their graves, the dead of ages, 

Countless as forest leaves will reappear ; 
The saints and sinners — savages and sages, 

All who have left the impress of their heing on our sphere, 
And each of every clime, colour and of race 

Will at the judgment take his place." 
Saviour! when that fearful morning 

Shall show thee on the coming cloud, — 
And the last trumpet's awful warning, 

Pierce the slumber of my shroud ; 
And earth and sea, with all their glories pass away, 

Be thou, Lord ! this trembling spirit's stay. 

Section C. 

The southern boundary of this section is on a line 
with the front of the chapel. It is subdivided also, by 
an avenue running parallel with the carriage-road into 
two plots. 

On the south-east termination of this portion of the 
ground, immediately overlooking the carriage-road, rises 
the monument of 

Oscar Douglass, a Philadelphia fireman, who was 
killed by the falling of a wall, while in the discharge of 
his duty, January 23d, 1841. 

The monument is decorated with several creditable 
pieces of sculpturing. The ornamental wreath surround- 
ing the name " Douglass" on the south, and the two 
hands on the north front, are boldly and correctly 
executed. The memorial sets forth that the deceased 
" fell a sacrifice to his zeal as a fireman, in the twenty- 
seventh year of his age, at the conflagration of January 
23d, 1841, in Market Street above Third," and that this 
tribute was " dedicated August 2d, 1841, in respect to 
his many virtues, by his fellow-members of the Philadel- 



116 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

phia fire company," and the "Light Artillery corps of 
Washington Grays." 

Following the carriage-road, we have a short distance 
further west, the monument of 

Major Levi Twiggs, IT. S. A., who fell leading his 
command to the assault at the storming of Chapultepec 
in Mexico on the 13th of September, 1847. 

This rich and appropriate tribute of departed worth, 
erected by several public spirited citizens of Philadelphia, 
is also the memorial of 

George Decatur Twiggs, the gallant son of the above, 
who having distinguished himself in a prior action, was 
killed serving in a combat at the National bridge, near 
Vera Cruz, while discharging the duties of a brother 
officer who had just fallen. 

Section F 

Is most delightfully situated, and is particularly rich 
in monuments, Among them we direct attention to the 
imposing gothic structure in the 

Fotteral Family Lot, and also to that of 

Henry Troth, of Ann, wife of Edmund James Stiles ; 
of Barbara Stricker, and of Samuel Highlands; all 
situated fronting the carriage-road. 

Near the Fotteral Monument is an altar-tomb, ex- 
hibiting artistic and mechanical skill of the first order. 
This monument, which is much admired, was erected to 
the memory of 

John Bohlen. We now enter 

Section E. 
On the south-west end of this section, we have one of 
the most richly enclosed and decorated lots that has 
come under observation. It contains lour memorials, 




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all of considerable artistic merit. That particularly, 
inscribed to the memory of 

Samuel Richards, is a creditable specimen of monu- 
mental architecture. The coped tomb adjoining is like- 
wise an object of attraction. Its decorations in high 
relief are admirably executed. Next is a monumental 
pillar dedicated to the memory of 

Our Beloved Children, a very pleasing composition. 
Then in succession are the memorials of 

Jacob and Dorothea Kates, Samuel Grice, 
Francis Ann Spooner, Sarah B. Daniels, Isabel S. 
wife of Samuel J. Bodine, and of John and Susannah 
Augue. In this section, near the " shrubbery," is the 
monument of 

John Cook, remarkable for the epi- 
taph, said to have been composed by 
Mr. Cook, previous to his death. That 
portion of the cemetery known as 

The Shrubbery, now claims our at- 
tention. This lovely spot is divided 
by separating paths, into twenty-two 
parts, most of which are appropriated as 
family lots. 

Among the monuments here, all of 
which are very tastefully disposed, we 
notice those of the 

Deringer, Burt, Davis, Toland, 
Swaim, Gilbert, Struthers, and Her- 
tz og families. 

Section D 

Consists of a narrow strip extending along the car- 
riage-road from Section C, on the north, to E, on the 
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118 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

Ashmead Family; adjoining which is a gigantic 
vase, erected as the monument of 

Ann Margaret Kugler. Then we have the light 
and graceful composition erected to the memory of 

Amy wife of George R. Harmstead. The north part 
of this section contains a range of enclosures adorned 
with commendable taste. The headstones, mostly plain 
are remarkable for their epitaphs : — thus we have on 
one, " Though lost to sight, to memory dear," on an- 
other, "None but thyself can be thy parallel." 



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"Hark! how the sacred calm, that breathes around, 
Bids every fierce tumultuous passion cease, 
In the still small accents whispering from the ground, 
A grateful earnest of eternal peace." 

South Laurel Hill Cemetery, 

To which we now direct our steps, is also a charming 
spot. Like North Laurel Hill, from which it is divided 
by the Pepper estate, it occupies a lofty promontory 
above the river, the views of which, and through the 
glades and avenues of the grounds, are unsurpassed for 
sweetness and repose. Nowhere could a more attractive 
spot be found for the purpose of burial. 

The Cemetery is divided into ten Sections, which are 
again subdivided into plots of various dimensions, by 
avenues laid out for the most part at right angles. 

The First Section, 

Occupying the centre of the ground, and surrounded by 
the main avenue or carriage-road, is appropriated for 
family vaults, several of which have already been exca- 
vated. On its north end is the superintendent's resi- 
dence, carriage-house, &c. 

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The Second and Third Sections 

Extend from the main to the lower entrance, fronting 
the Ridge Road, and is bounded on the north, south, 
and west by the carriage-road. 

The Fourth (Friends' burying-ground), Fifth, Sixth, 
and Tenth Sections occupy all that portion of the 
ground lying between the Ridge Road and the main 
avenue, extending from the lower entrance to the lane 
leading from the steamboat landing to the before-men- 
tioned road. 

The Eighth Section 

Is a strip extending westward between the main avenue 
and the southern boundary, to a gravelled path, which 
separates it from 

The Seventh Section. 

This last, bounded on the east by the carriage-road, 
on the south and west by the river, and on the north by 
a gravelled path running from the main avenue to the 
summer-house overlooking the Schuylkill, is the most 
improved and attractive in the cemetery. 

South Laurel Hill, although but a new enterprise, 
possesses several monuments of considerable interest as 
works of art ; indeed, most of those already erected are 
of a superior order, and should the same refined taste 
continue to prevail among the lot-holders, it will in a 
few years, in this respect, rival the adjoining one. 
Among the monuments we call attention to that erected 
in memory of 

Sarah Ann, wife of George L. Harrison. The com- 
position of this tomb is beautifully picturesque, the con- 
ception spirited, and execution excellent. In every 




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LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 121 

respect it may be regarded as a work of the highest 
merit. 

The Hayes Monument (see the accompanying plates 
for a view of these two memorials,) is another of those 
rich and elegant designs, in the Gothic style. It is truth- 
ful in proportion, and chaste in decoration. 

Before this work appears, it is probable that the 
burial lot of Samuel Townsend, in this cemetery, will 
be graced by a beautiful composition in the Gothic style, 
similar in design, though not so elaborate in minute 
decoration, to the far-famed "Waltham Cross," in Eng- 
land. It also possesses a novel interest, and peculiar 
attraction, being of cast iron — the first of that material 
ever erected in the United States. Our illustration is a 
correct representation of this elegant monument — for 
the drawing of which we are indebted to Mr. Robert 
Wood, at whose establishment it is being constructed. 

The Fourth Section, 

Or Friends' Burial Ground, is truly a " quiet place, of 
silence and of graves," in which no memorials or distinc- 
tions of any kind are seen to mark the spot where loved 
ones sleep. It might be termed a little meadow, to use 
the words of an accomplished writer in describing a 
similar spot, for the long green grass waves over, while 
it in a great degree conceals the several undulations 
which show where many sleep ; but when observed 
more closely, the very undulations give an appearance 
of green waves to the verdure, as it sweeps above the 
slightly raised mounds. There is something sacred be- 
yond all expression in this green place of nameless graves ; 
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122 LAUREL HILL CEMETERY. 

more to do with those whose stations were filled up, 
and whose names were forgotten ! How still and beauti- 
ful a scene ! How grand in simplicity. How unostenta- 
tiously religious those green mounds upon which the sun 
was casting his beams in " floods of golden lustre !" 
It seemed to us more spirit moving than all the vaunted 
monuments of antiquity we have ever seen. 




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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE- 
ANCIENT AND MODERN. 



" A weary pilgrim, wandering 'midst the tombs 
Of ancient empires, thrones, and temples, comes 
To this great wreck of thine, whose stillness teems 
With awful teachings, and transcendent themes." 

The most ancient kind of sepulchral monuments, it is 
supposed, was the barrow or tumulous, i. e., a heap of 
earth surmounted with a stele or memorial stone. 

The southern part of Siberia (the ancient Scythia) is 
full of these mounds. They are usually of a conical 
form, flat at the top, and of all dimensions, from two 
hundred and seventy feet, to three thousand five hundred 
in circumference and from thirty-five to two hundred and 
ten in heighth. The ancient Scythians measured their 
affection and loyalty to their chiefs by the magnitude of 
the mound which they raised over their remains, and the 
value of the precious stones and gold which they depo- 
sited in them. The enumeration of articles found in 
these mounds is almost incredible — they have for ages 
been a source of traffic to the uncivilized marauders who 
traversed that country before its occupation by the Rus- 
sians. Indeed their trade on the frontier was a power- 

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124 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF 

ful reason for the invasion of the country, which that 
government imagined must be full of gold mines. These 
barrows are seen in various parts of Western Europe. 
They are also to be found in Asia Minor, Greece, and 
America. Mr. Harriss, a member of the Massachusetts 
Historical Society, gives us an interesting account of the 
ancient graves which are to be found scattered over the 
western states of the latter country. 

These monuments of a by-gone age, and a long for- 
gotten people, are to be found on the sources of the 
Alleghanies in the western part of the state of New 
York, whence they extend westwardly, along the south- 
ern shore of Lake Erie, and through Michigan, Wiscon- 
sin, and Iowa, to the Nebraska territory on the west. 

Travellers mention them as existing on the shores of 
Lake Pepin, and some are to be found near Lake Tra- 
vers, under the forty-sixth parallel of latitude. Lewis 
and Clarke saw them on the Missouri river one thou- 
sand miles above its junction with the Mississippi, and 
they have been observed on the Kanzas and Platte. 
They are found all over the intermediate country, and 
spread over the valley of the Mississippi to the Gulf of 
Mexico, which they line from Texas to South Carolina. 
The learned have divided these mounds into altar- 
mounds, mounds of sepulture, temple mounds, and anom- 
alous mounds. In the mounds of sepulture, human 
remains, with ornaments, implements of industry, au- 
thority, or war, are invariably found. The works of art 
found in them, are superior to anything the existing 
tribes of Indians are capable of producing, and the im- 
plements of metal so closely resemble those of bronze 
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MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE. 125 

procure their counterparts from the collections in the 
museums of that country. 

The earliest sepulchral monument mentioned in scrip- 
ture, is that spoken of in Genesis xxxv. 20, where Jacob 
is said to have erected a pillar upon the grave of Rachel. 
A monument exists at the present day between Bethle- 
hem and Jerusalem, called Rachel's tomb; which no 
doubt is spurious, yet the site may be the true place of 
her interment. 

The sepulchre of Belus, in the city of Babylon, the 
first city known in history, is noted for its grandeur and 
elevation. The ruins of this monument is supposed to 
exist to this day, in the debris of the celebrated mound 
known by the name of the Birs Nemroud. It ascended 
to the lofty altitude of about five hundred feet, and had 
a base of about seven hundred' feet square. A modern 
traveller found, by excavation, in it an earthen sar- 
cophagus, and various urns of the same material. 

The sepulchral monuments of Egypt exhibit the high- 
est efforts of ancient art, of which any evidence remains. 
They are to be found along both sides of the river Nile 
for the distance of perhaps a thousand miles, and consist 
principally of pyramids, obelisks, and monolinths, or 
large single stone pillars. The pyramids are built, some 
of sun-dried bricks, others of stone. The most noted 
are those of Jizeh, near Cairo. This celebrated group 
comprises three large and several smaller ones. The 
greatest of them is that of Cheops, which covers, we are 
told, an area of nearly eight hundred feet square, and 
had a vertical height, when perfect, of about four hun- 
dred and eighty feet. Its sloping height is at present 
about six hundred feet. 

Of all the works of ancient art, which, by the sim- 
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126 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF 

plicity of form, colossal size and unity, and beauty of 
sculptured decorations, excite our wonder and admira- 
tion, none can be put in comparison with the Egyptian 
obelisks. They are four sided pieces of stone set up on 
one end, and tapering gradually towards the top, which 
generally terminates in a small pyramid. The horizon- 
tal section is not always square, but is more frequently 
an oblong ; two of the sides being wider than the others. 
Those of the smaller dimensions were usually of sand- 
stone, but the larger ones consisted of huge masses of 
red granite. There were at Alexandria two of these 
structures, one of which only is now erect. These are 
supposed to have adorned the entrance to a palace or 
temple. They are of red granite, and are about sixty- 
five feet high, by seven or eight feet at the base. Be- 
neath the obelisk, still Standing, is a cubical kind of 
base, six feet high. This is the obelisk known as 
" Cleopatra's Needle." 

Of Egyptian architecture little remains but of tombs 
and temples. The ravages of successive conquerors, war 
and famine, time and fanaticism, with the depredations 
of travellers, have triumphed over other monuments of 
Egyptian greatness, but those of sacerdotal pride and 
superstition have survived and resisted all efforts for 
their destruction. 

The celebrated Mock Tombs of ancient Thebes, the 
most wonderful in the world, are situated in the Libian 
Mountains, northwest of that city. The face of the 
mountain is excavated, in all directions, for a great dis- 
tance, into numerous caves, or vaults. In these tombs 
abound paintings and sculpture of great beauty. Mag- 
nificent pillars, cut out of the living rock, support the 
roof. 



MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE. 127 

The tomb of Barneses the Fifth is particularly inter- 
esting. The roof of the passage leading to the principal 
chamber is most richly painted. The ceiling of this 
chamber itself is quite beautiful, and delightfully mys- 
tical — describing the procession of the sun through the 
hours of the day and night. 

The Egyptian column is generally round in form up 
the greater part of the shaft, but varies in diameter at 
different parts of the heighth. In general the width 
bears a much greater ratio to the heighth than in Gre- 
cian buildings, and this imparts to it a greater degree 
of heaviness. In some columns the surface is sculptured 
with representations of the lotus-leaf; in others it is 
made to appear like a bundle of reeds fastened together 
by hoops. Some pillars are of the same diameter all 
the way up. Square columns are also observable, par- 
ticularly in the tombs ; these exhibit sculptured human 
figures, which project more or less from the face of the 
stone, seemingly designed to support a weight aloft. 
The form of the capital of an Egyptian column, and the 
relation in size and appearance it bears to the shaft, vary 
exceedingly. The most common form, however, is that 
of the calyx of a plant. This simple and graceful form 
has received many modifications from the hands of the 
Egyptian mason, who appears not to have been at all 
deficient in taste in the selection of natural models, nor 
in the power of adapting them to architectural orna- 
ment. In some capitals the design has undoubtedly 
been taken from the graceful hanging palm leaves as 
they appear at the top of the trunk, bending down on 
all sides. In some cases the top, or outer ring, is ex- 
actly circular ; in others, the circle is broken into a num- 
ber of curved lines, with their convexities turned out- 



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wards — thus forming a series of beautifully bending 
petals. On the surface of these bends, various orna- 
ments are cut. We have the bulrush, with its stem, and 
leaves, and fruits ; and the calyx of the lotus-flower, 
grouped with the leaves of the same plant ; and the 
round-tufted head of the palm before it is expanded in 
spring ; and the lotus again, with its flower alternately 
in the bud and full bloom ; the vine is also occasionally 
seen intermingling its shoots and leaves with those of 
the palm-tree. The cornice, &c, is generally adorned 
with figures and hieroglyphics, over the centre of which 
the winged globe is predominant. 

The Rock tombs of Petra are also worthy of atten- 
tion, both for their richness of decoration and vast ex- 
tent ; but possessing no peculiar feature apart from the 
Egyptian, Syriaoe-Egyptian, and Grseco-Roman styles 
of architecture. We shall pass them over, and direct 
our attention to those of Etruria. 

This ancient nation is said to have embraced the 
greater part of Italy, from the plains of Lombardy to 
the Gulf of Salerno, on the one side, and on the other, 
from the Tyrrhene Sea to the Adriatic, comprising Elba, 
Corsica, partially, and several other islands on the west- 
ern shores. Etruria proper, which included the modern 
Tuscany territory, the Duchy of Lucca, and a part of 
the Papal States, was the peculiar seat of Etrurian 
power. This once flourishing part of Italy, which in 
those days yielded rich harvests, has now merged into 
wilds and wastes — fens and marshes — regions of pesti- 
lence — desolated by malaria, haunts of the wild boar 
and of noxious reptiles, from which man flies as from a 
plague-stricken land. 



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Yet this was once an opulent and mighty country — the 
parent of great and powerful states. 

The principal feature in Etrurian tombs is their sub- 
terranean position. They are hollowed in the living 
rock, either beneath the surface of the ground, or at the 
foot of a cliff, shaped into a monument, and inscribed 
with an epitaph. They, like those of Egypt and Asia 
Minor, show, in their general construction, an imitation 
of the abodes of the living. 

Of their work in stone, numerous specimens still exist 
upon the fagades and walls of these rock-hewn sepul- 
chres, in detached statues, on sarcophagi and cinerary 
urns. So far as relates to sculpture, the sarcophagi are 
the most valuable of the Etrurian antiquities in point of 
art. The sides of these stone coffins are sculptured in 
bas-relief, in a very rich and elegant manner ; and upon 
the top reclines a figure in such high relief as almost to 
appear to be separate from the groundwork beneath. 
"As a general remark," however, says an intelligent 
writer upon Etrurian sculpture, " it may be observed, 
that the productions in the Etrurian style are very defi- 
cient in beauty." They neither exhibit that repose and 
simplicity which gave dignity to the Egyptian, nor the 
fine forms and sentiment which ennoble Grecian sculp- 
ture ; and whatever interest they excite is derived rather 
from the value that attaches to them in an archaeological 
point of view, than for their merit as works of art. The 
most ancient kind of monuments in Greece was the bar- 
row, erected upon a stone basement, or composed of 
massive stones. The next were sepulchral mounds with 
altars raised upon them, which relatives and friends 
reverenced as temples of their gods. The Greeks, with 



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most other nations in those early days, worshipped their 
gods upon high mountains ; thus Homer alludes to 
Mount Ida, as the scene of many sacrifices and prayers. 
Many are of the opinion that temples originated from 
this superstitious reverence and devotion paid to the 
memory of the dead ; and as most of the gods of heathen 
nations were but men deified on account of some public 
benefit conferred on mankind, so most of these temples 
are thought to have been, at first, only stately monu- 
ments erected in honour of the dead. Nor need we 
wonder that this should be the case, when we remember 
that at every common sepulchre it was the custom to 
offer up prayers, sacrifices, and libations. The primi- 
tive Greeks buried their dead within their own houses, 
but the law was, in latter ages, without the city walls. 
The memorials were generally tomb-stones or pillars, 
ornamented with garlands or festoons of flowers, typical 
of repose from toil and trouble. The Greek epitaphs 
were very simple, and consisted only of the names and 
a short character, as — a good man, a good woman. The 
practice in Athens was to inscribe the name of the de- 
ceased, his father, tribe, and profession. 

At the last mentioned city, there were two burying- 
grounds — one within, and one without the walls. The 
former was devoted to those who died upon the field of 
battle, for the good of the State. Over these graves 
columns were erected, inscribed with the name of the 
place where they fell, and their epitaphs. These memo- 
rials were sometimes decorated with the representations 
of the arms, &c, of the hero. Here was celebrated the 
race called the " Lampadedromia," at which persons 
ran with torches in their hands. It was divided into 
several fields and enclosures. In addition to these ceme- 



MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE. 131 

teries, the Athenians (and the custom was peculiar to 
other Greeks also) interred their dead in gardens at- 
tached to their villas. It was usual to place in the tomh 
various articles of pottery. 

The body was deposited in a case called a soros ; or, 
as it is more generally known in modern days, a sarco- 
phagus. 

Upon the beauty of Grecian architecture it is need- 
less for us to dwell. We shall, therefore, merely glance 
at the different " orders " or styles adopted. The term 
order is not applied except when columns are used ; but 
as all Grecian and Roman buildings partaking of a pub- 
lic character had columns, and as the character of the 
column influenced that of the edifice in many other 
respects, it has been found advantageous to use terms to 
distinguish them. 

These orders were three in number, viz. : Doric, Ionic, 
and Corintliian. The Romans made slight changes in 
them all, and introduced two others, viz. : the Tuscan 
and the Composite. The columns, with their capitals 
and bases, the entablature which surmounts the columns, 
and the platform or pedestal on which these stand, all 
combined make up the characteristics of the order. 

Of these orders, the Doric in majesty far surpasses 
all the others. It bears a noble feature of unassuming 
grandeur, and is characterized by a chaste simplicity, 
and a disdain of minute decoration, which conspire to 
produce the sublime in the greatest degree. It is there- 
fore peculiarly suitable for monumental designs. The 
Corinthian and the Composite are light and graceful. 
They are too cheerful and ornamental for a cemetery, 
except as single pillars, when they form a pleasing con- 
trast. The Ionic and Tuscan approach the Doric in 



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simplicity, grandeur, and strength — three important re- 
quisites ; and are also well suited for monumental struc- 
tures. 

Among the Grecians it was the custom, when the 
body of a drowned person, or of one who had died 
away from home, could not be recovered, to erect in a 
consecrated grove, a tomb in honour of him. These 
tombs were called Cenotaphia ; that is, empty monu- 
ments. 

In Rome, every spot of earth is suggestive of great 
reminiscences. The vestiges of tombs, sarcophagi, and 
statuary speak of magnificence and ruin — of death and 
departed greatness. 

The Via Appia is studded with sepulchral remains, 
among which are those of the once stately monuments 
of Ennias and Archias, and of the Scipios. In the 
vaulted chamber of the latter (a beautiful model of 
which is presented in the tombs of Commodore Hull, 
and of the Cooke family, noticed in Section G, Laurel 
Hill Cemetery) busts, tablets with inscriptions, and a 
beautiful sarcophagus have been found. Near it stands 
a tomb upon an eminence, said to have been the sepul- 
chre of Horatia, the sister of the conqueror of the Cu- 
riatii, who stabbed her for lamenting her lover's fate. 
Near the Circus of Caracallais a magnificent monument, 
emulating the far-famed Mausoleum of Adrian in gran- 
deur. It was erected by Crassus, in memory of his wife 
Cecilia Metella. 

The tomb of Caius Cestius, a pyramidical structure, is 
situated in the Prati del Popoli Romano. This monu- 
ment remains entire — owing its preservation, doubtless, 
to its form. It stands en a base of about ninety feet 
square, and is about one hundred and thirty feet high. 



MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE. 133 

Of all the splendid monuments in the eternal city none 
surpassed the vast tomb of Adrian, or the mausoleum of 
Augustus. The latter was described by Strabo as a 
pendent garden, resting on lofty arches, planted with 
evergreens, shrubs, and plants. In the centre of this 
hanging garden was a conical mound, surmounted by 
a statue of the emperor. In a vault beneath, re- 
posed the remains of this celebrated monarch and his 
family ; around the tomb was an extensive area, laid 
out into walks, and thickly planted with forest trees. 
The ruins of this famed work of art and splendour is 
now occupied as a kind of amphitheatre for bull baiting. 
The tomb of Adrian was esteemed one of the wonders 
of the world ; and it is supposed that in material, eleva- 
tion, and artistic excellence, it equalled if not surpassed 
the Halicarnassian Mausoleum. This monument is now 
the chief fortress of the papal sovereign. It is the castle 
of San Angelo. 

Outside of the Porta Pia, on the Via Nomentana, is 
the mausoleum of Constantia, the daughter of Constan- 
tine the Great. This lady was in after years placed in 
the calendar of the saints, and her tomb converted into 
a church. 

In all Grecian, as well as Roman tombs, vases have 
been found. These vases have been classified into the 
votive, the sacrificial, and the cinerary. 

Urns in most ancient monuments are shaped like 
boxes with pyramidical covers ; in general, however, 
they were round-bellied, placed in mimic columbria. 
Some had points to fasten them in the niches ; others 
were flat-bottomed, to stand on the ground. Those 
called " Ovrendaria" were very large. Some urns were 
divided into compartments, for the reception of the 



134 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF 

ashes of distinct persons. Cremation became rare about 
the time of the Antonines ; therefore, all cinerary urns 
are to be regarded as prior to that date. 

The urns for the common people were not only com- 
mon in material and execution, but were larger than the 
more costly ones ; because the bodies of such were im- 
perfectly burnt, or they sometimes contained the ashes 
of a whole family. Those who could not afford a tomb, 
placed the urn upon cippi, a monumental stone, which 
usually contained an inscription. 

Phials have also been found in these tombs. They 
are called Lacri/matories, from a supposition that they 
were a receptacle for tears. Instead of tears — says a 
learned gentleman, in an article on the antiquities, &c, 
of Rome — as is generally supposed, or of perfumes or 
ointments, as some critics assert, these phials contained 
the purgamenta, which came off the bones when bathed 
in wine, milk, and balsams ; for such, necessarily retain- 
ing some portion of the dead, could not be thrown away, 
nor yet mixed with the purified relics. They were de- 
posited separately. The remains of ashes found in these 
phials, tend to confirm this opinion. 

We have been thus particular in regard to vases, be- 
cause of their frequent adoption as ornaments in monu- 
mental designs. It was customary in not only Rome, 
but in Greece, and other ancient nations, to inter their 
dead in the evening, and by the light of torches. The 
funeral customs of the Romans at the present time, differ 
but little from those of their forefathers. In no part of 
the world, says Dr. Madden, have I seen such long 
and lugubrious funeral processions as in Rome. When 
a rich merchant dies, the whole city is filled with the 
funeral train. The corpse, dressed out in gay and 



MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE. 135 

splendid attire, is carried, at the close of the evening, 
through the streets on an open bier, attended by every 
description of mourners that can be collected, and in- 
variably followed by hired deputations of friars, clad in 
the long penitential garb, which covers even the head, 
chanting the slow and solemn service for the dead. 
These dismal sounds — the long funeral procession, that 
sometimes fills the streets as far as the eye can reach, 
seen by the lurid glare of immense tapers, that are 
borne by the mourners — and the shocking sight of the 
corpse exposed to view, dressed up with the unseemly 
decorations of life and vanity, have a never-to-be-for- 
gotten effect upon the stranger. 

In every respect these modern funerals remind us of 
those of the ancient people of this city ; and it is curious 
to see a similitude in such minutiae, after the lapse of 
two thousand years, and a change in manners and reli- 
gion so complete. From this custom of interring by 
torches, has originated that of decorating tombs with 
their representations. 

We now come to the sepulchral monuments peculiar 
to the early ages of the church. 

The early Christians had more exalted notions for that 
veneration and respect which they displayed in their 
care of their dead, than the heathen among whom they 
dwelt. The doctrine of the resurrection threw a halo 
round the grave. The memorials which were erected 
upon these places of repose were such as to inspire the 
bereaved with comfort and consolation, by reminding 
them of the cross, and the hopes of eternal life through 
the merits of the Redeemer. 

The most noted place of Christian burial, previous to 
the time of Constantine, was the Catacombs of Rome. 



136 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF 

These excavations are to be found beyond the limits of 
that city, extending in various directions, and are, per- 
haps, the most extensive of the kind in the world. They 
are, for the most part, low, dark, narrow, and difficult 
of access (those of St. Sebastian and St. Agnes are ex- 
ceptions). In many places the roofs and sides have 
fallen in, and the visitor is obliged to crawl on his 
hands and knees. Here and there they branch out into 
subterranean streets or alleys. The bodies of the dead 
are ranged in the caverns on either hand of the corri- 
dors — their arrangement displaying the systematic at- 
tention of a general supervision of burials. 

The original Christian designation of these subterra- 
nean cells and galleries was Cryptce. The name of 
" Oatatumbce " was applied to that portion of them 
known in ancient times as the cemetery of St. Calistus, 
in A. D., 218. This Catatumbse is now the cemetery 
of Saint Sebastian. All the ancient Christian ceme- 
teries about Rome were originally called Catatumbae. 
The remains in the catacombs are frequently found ac- 
companied with small vessels, such as urns or lacryma- 
torie vases ; the placing of which, in such sacred places, 
appears to have been a common custom with the ancient 
Christians. Slabs, containing inscriptions, also abound. 
Emblems of various kinds are likewise observed sculp- 
tured on both them and the vases. These emblems 
generally comprise such objects as palm-leaves, a crown, 
a cross, an anchor, a ship, a lamb, a dove, a fish, Noah's 
ark, baptismal rites, flowers, foliage, particularly of the 
vine, &c. 

It has been well observed by a modern author, that 
there is something appropriate in the poor and abject 
manner in which these catacombs were formed — recalling 



MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE. 137 

with their significant voice, the poverty and suffering 
attendant on the life of their Redeemer. They were 
buried in the earth ; for how could lofty temples be the 
fitting abode of his followers, when He so lately knew 
not where to lay his head ? The heathen and idolater 
might boast of their divine works of art — of the crea- 
tions of inventive genius, teeming with fancy and proud 
intelligence — the Christian meekly bowed his head in 
hereditary sorrow, and found these types of his hu- 
mility, devoid and naked of splendour, knowing that all 
was vanity but the love of God. Undaunted by the 
terrors of persecution, heedless of the scoff of the world, 
the disciples of that glorious faith pursued an even path ; 
and, in these dark and silent catacombs, they met near 
the tombs of their martyred brethren — the living near 
the ashes of the dead — and poured forth their fervent 
prayers. The iron hand of oppression might heap suf- 
fering upon them, but still they clung to these dim and 
death-like solitudes ; where with pious care they loved 
to trace upon the walls the representation of their faith, 
their hope, and charity. The glory of their oppressors 
has long since passed away, but these silent abodes still 
exist ; and the stranger may see amidst the ruins of 
paganism, and the tinselled magnificence of modern 
grandeur, these simple memorials, which have outlived 
the glory of one, and are the truest monitors of the 
fleeting vanity of the other. 

Upon the conversion of Constantine the Great to 
Christianity, ecclesiastical architecture underwent a 
great change ; and from that period to the sixteenth 
century, the spirit of innovation continued. Thus we 
have the Romanesque, or early Christian, the Byzan- 
tine, the Mahomedan, or Moorish, the Norman, and the 



138 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF 

Gothic, or Pointed styles of architecture. These were 
again subdivided ; which divisions are known by the 
names of the countries or periods in which they pre- 
vailed. Thus we have the Italian, the German, and 
the French churches in the Romanesque style. 

The influence which the Norman style exerted upon 
architecture is confined chiefly to three countries — Nor- 
mandy, Sicily, and England. They are denominated 
the Norman-French, the Norman-Sicilian, and the An- 
glo-Norman styles. 

The Gothic, which, after the Greek, has perhaps more 
beauty and distinctness of character about it than any 
other that has yet been devised, is divided, in England, 
where it most prevailed, and where the best specimens 
are yet to be seen, into the " Early English," the u De- 
corated," the "Florid, or Perpendicular,'' and the " Tu- 
dor" styles of architecture. 

The sepulchral monuments of the Anglo-Norman 
times consisted generally of a stone coffin sunk in the 
earth, just so deep that the cover should be a little 
above the level of the ground. Sometimes the cover 
was plain, at other times it contained an inscription 
with emblems engraved upon it. In some places the 
coffin was placed wholly above the ground, like a sarco- 
phagus, and was ornamented with sculpture and archi- 
tectural decorations. An effigy of the deceased person 
was, in the earlier stages, engraved in a sort of intaglio 
on the cover of the coffin — no part of the figure being 
above the general surface level; subsequently these effi- 
gies were executed in high relief. When the pointed 
style was introduced, these tombs had canopies given to 
them, supported at the corners by columns, and enriched 
with such decorations as were most prevalent at the time 



MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE. 139 

of their erection. In the beginning of the thirteenth 
and part of the fourteenth centuries, the effigies are fre- 
quently found executed in full relief — representing a 
sculptured or bronze figure lying recumbent on the 
tomb. As we advance, during this period, we find that 
the placing of the tomb above the level of the ground 
came by degrees to be disused ; and the general form 
was the adoption of an altar tomb, or flat, raised table, 
even when no effigy was added. 

At the. close of the fourteenth century these sepul- 
chral monuments had assumed an imposing appearance. 
There was on the upper surface of the altar-tomb an 
effigy made of stone, of bronze, of gilt-wood, or of wood' 
plated with copper ; there were highly decorated niches 
around the sides of the tomb, for containing effigies of 
the family of the deceased; there were shields and armo- 
rial bearings placed in panels, and the whole surmounted 
by a highly enriched canopy. These canopies were 
sometimes supported by columns, springing from the 
tomb, and at others they were detached from it. 

During the prevalence of the perpendicular style, the 
monumental tombs were very gorgeous. The canopies 
increased, not only in richness, but in size ; insomuch 
that they at length formed small enclosures, many of 
which eventually became chapels in Chantries, where 
the mourners met for prayer by the tombs of their de- 
parted relatives. 

In the fifteenth century, monumental brasses were 
very extensively used. Much of our knowlege of the 
costume of that period is derived from effigies engraved 
on these brasses. 

Monuments and tombs of the periods referred to 
were both magnificent and appropriate. The altar- 



140 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF 

tomb, with its recumbent effigies, convey to the spec- 
tator a feeling of awe and solemnity. The supplicating 
attitude of those "who sleep beneath" awaken feelings 
which ought not to be hastily dismissed. 

With the introduction of the Debased Italian style, in 
the seventeenth century, taste in monumental architec- 
ture was, so to speak, altogether banished. The altar- 
tombs of this period are covered with circular arcades, 
the soffits of which are richly panelled ; the entablatures 
are highly finished, and are supported at the angles by 
columns of the different orders. Above these, other ar- 
cades and entablatures of smaller dimensions, supported 
also by columns, often arise ; and the whole is usually 
finished with obelisks and escutcheons, surrounded with 
scroll work. These stately memorials are composed for 
the most part of various coloured marbles, fancifully de- 
corated with painting, gilding, sculpture, presenting a 
combination and infinite variety of arches, columns, 
tablets, pyramids, obelisks, escutcheons, arabesques, and 
scroll work. 

It is only within the last twelve or fifteen years that 
monumental architecture has had an existence, as such, 
in the United States. Previous to that date, attempts 
to adorn sepulchral memorials were of a very primitive 
character, and consisted for the most part of cherub- 
heads, or the figure of a female veiled with drapery, sit- 
ting under a willow, or leaning over a tomb ; sometimes 
we find the representation of a lamb, a dove, an inverted 
torch, or a lamp, and not unfrequently a death's head, 
engraved upon the tombstone. The sculpturing of these 
form a striking contrast to the more elegant tombs of 
the present day. 

Since then, we question whether any other country 



MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE. 141 

has produced, with the same limited opportunities, works 
more gratifying to the eye or pleasing to the fancy than 
are to be found in our rural cemeteries, particularly in 
Laurel Hill. For this desirable change we are princi- 
pally indebted to one establishment in Philadelphia, 
viz. : that of Messrs. J. Struthers & Sons, 360 Market 
Street. 

Previous to the period referred to, marble masons 
practised the avocatio'n of architect, sculptor, and ma- 
son ; and such was the case with the former principal 
of the firm in question. But this gentleman was the 
first in the United States who, to give prominency to 
that part of his business connected with monuments, 
united with it an architectural department, which he 
then placed, and where it still remains, under the ma- 
nagement of a talented artist. 

Aided by the labours of this gentleman, the Messrs. 
Struthers have succeeded in the introduction of a high 
tone and correct taste in regard to monumental designs, 
and in establishing a precedent which has ever since 
been productive of good results. In testimony of the 
superior excellence of their production, we refer the 
reader to Laurel Hill, where the most valuable composi- 
tions are allowed by all impartial judges to be those 
from this establishment. Not only here, however, are 
the artistic merits of the Messrs. Struthers' productions 
appreciated; throughout the L : nited States, the Canadas, 
West India Islands, Mexico, and South America, in all 
which they are to be found, they have been commended 
as combining the higher qualities of the art. 

The Hull, Cooke, Crothers, Evans, Lewis, Manderson, 
Brown, Beusse, Donaldson, Drayton, Farnam, Ripka, 
Harrison, Wetheral, Townsend, Hayes, Miller, Neal, 



142 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF 

Douglass, and the Twiggs monuments, are a few ex- 
amples of the many beautiful memorials in Laurel Hill 
Cemetery. The designs and enrichments of these are 
of a chaste and appropriate character, and are a credit- 
able evidence of the progress made in the arts of sculp- 
ture and monumental architecture, and of the refined 
and cultivated tastes of our citizens. 

From the interest manifested by the public in this 
matter, we feel assured that in a few years these arts 
will be brought to that degree of perfection which will 
place our country second to none other in these respects. 
To secure the more speedy and effectual accomplishment 
of this desirable object, let those proposing to erect 
memorials of their love or regard to the memory of de- 
parted relatives or friends, seek out artists and employ 
them. 

Being ourselves very ardent admirers of the beauties 
of architecture and sculpture, we are the more anxious 
to see them conducted so as to emulate the best 
authorities, not in the mere copying, but in spirit ; that 
is, in artistic feeling and composition. This can only 
be done by artists ; and we would advise all persons in 
future to bestow their patronage with discrimination, 
making the skill and experience of the practitioner the 
principal cause of his employment. By acting thus, 
we not only stimulate to further exertions such of our 
architects and sculptors as are entitled to be called such, 
but we open a new field of enterprise for others to enter 
and cultivate. 

In connection with the present chapter, we think it 
proper to say a few words respecting ornamental iron 
work, and its application, in a certain extent, to ceme- 
tery purposes. In doing so, we propose a visit to 



MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE. 143 

Mr. Robert Wood's Iron Works, Ridge Road, 
near Spring Garden street.* It may be well, perhaps, 
first to notice the properties of this metal, that we may 
more fully appreciate its merits and capabilities. The 
first is its hardness, which in one state, that of steel, 
is so great as to cut every substance, but the very 
hardest in nature. The next is its tenacity, in which, 
when pure, it is surpassed by no metal. Another is its 
malleability. It may be hammered into almost any 
shape, and be converted into innumerably important 
uses. Upon the application of a very high degree of 
heat, iron is capable of being welded — a process by 
which two surfaces are united by a kind of cementation. 
Eew metals, and no other substance known, exhibit this 
property. Cast iron, so called, is the metal in a state 
of admixture with other ingredients — chiefly silica and 
carbon. Bronze-casting is a composition of copper, tin, 
and sometimes zinc. Bell-metal, cannon-metal, and 
statuary-metal, are all modifications of bronze. 

Mr. Wood first commenced ornamental iron casting 
about thirteen years ago ; when the art, not only in the 

* From a new work preparing for the press by the author, 
entitled, " the Cities of the United States." Being a historical, 
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religious, literary, scientific, and benevolent institutions ; their 
commerce and industry. The " Cities of the United States" will be 
illustrated in a superb manner by the most talented artists in the 
country. The work will also contain, in addition to notices of 
public institutions, &c, an account of the most important manu- 
facturing establishments in each metropolis, embracing their ex- 
tent and variety, and value of articles produced. 

The first volume, embracing the cities of Philadelphia, Lan- 
caster, Reading, Pottsville, Trenton and Wilmington, will be 
issued at an early date. 



144 HISTOKICAL SKETCH OF 

United States, but in Europe, was imperfectly under- 
stood. His establishment was then a small one-storied 
house, temporarily fitted up for the purpose, occupying 
the site of his present extensive works. 

These buildings, a noble evidence of American enter- 
prise, energy and industry, cover an area of about one 
hundred and forty-four feet, fronting on the Ridge Road, 
by one hundred in depth. They average from five to 
six stories in height, and are divided into twenty differ- 
ent departments. Some idea of the extent of the works 
may be formed from the fact, that there are employed 
over one hundred men in them as moulders, carvers, 
pattern-makers, carpenters, foundry-men, fitters, drillers, 
smiths, engineers, finishers, &c. Throughout this vast 
establishment the utmost order and attention prevail ; 
indeed, the management is such as to immediately con- 
vince the stranger that the whole is under the direction 
of one who practically understands his business. Wood's 
Ornamental Iron Works are justly esteemed among the 
first in the United States in the artistic excellence of 
their productions. To accomplish this object the pro- 
prietor spares no exertion or expense in securing good 
workmen, or in procuring the latest and best models. 
The success he has already met with is most encour- 
aging, and we hope his spirit of enterprise will devise 
new applications of iron to objects of both ornament 
and utility. 

Among the great variety of designs of enclosures for 
burial lots, we observe a massive one in the Romanasque 
style, which for beauty of outline, harmony of its pro- 
portions, and excellency of execution and finish, cannot 
be too highly commended. A specimen of this railing 
is noticed in connection with the Manderson monument, 



MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE. 145 

Section I, page 93. Also one in the Gothic style, a 
specimen encloses A. Kitchen's lot, Section N. The or- 
naments on which are of a decided character, so much 
so, as to be at once recognized as belonging to the 
"decorated" style. The floriated moulding or band, 
running along the top-rail, adds much by its richness to 
the general effect. 

We likewise noticed another pleasing composition, 
which, like the last, is designed in the Gothic or pointed 
style, though not so elaborate in decoration. A credita- 
ble specimen encloses the lot of L. A. Godey, Esq., Sec- 
tion G., see page 79. 

No production of Mr. Wood's establishment is more 
highly esteemed than his garden and arbour chairs, and 
settees, which generally combine lightness, strength and 
stability. Some of these articles are of superior execu- 
tion ; the decorations, principally foliage and flowers, 
are designed with great force and spirit, and are repro- 
duced with truthfulness of effect. These chairs and 
settees form agreeable and appropriate adornments to a 
family burial lot. We also notice a great variety of 
urns and vases copied from ancient Greek and Etruscan 
remains. Their execution for the most part is very bril- 
liant and effective. These vases, together with his beau- 
tiful figures of dogs, lions, &c, form graceful and pleas- 
ing embellishments for gardens, lawns, and entrances to 
dwelling houses. The first named might also with great 
propriety be introduced into cemetries, as the receptacle 
of plants, flowers, &c. 

The iron castings of bas-relief exhibited to us, possess 
artistic merit of no mean order. These bas-reliefs might 
be introduced very effectively, both in domestic decora- 
tions, and sepulchral monuments. 



146 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF 

The application of iron to figure-casting is likely to 
make some considerable change in the arts. We have 
already stated (says a writer in an English periodical) 
the greater difficulties which have to be overcome in the 
manipulation of iron, as compared with bronze, but 
when those difficulties are overcome (they have been 
within the last two or three years) we think that the 
result is equally artistic, and more surprising. The 
casts of "the wild horses," the "hermit," the "cru- 
sader" and " Saracen," are equal in striking effect and 
accuracy of detail to the best bronzes. And if such per- 
fection can be attained in small figures, assuredly there 
is no reason why similar success should not be attained 
with the largest statues. The carbonized surface of jet 
black would give a solemn and imposing effect to a 
monumental statute, and we believe it would be found 
to resist atmospheric action, even better than a bronze 
superfice. The galvanic plaistic process has been suc- 
cessfully applied to statues of cast iron in Europe. 

Several of the figures and designs cast in the estab- 
lishment under notice, particularly the Townsend monu- 
ment, noticed in South Laurel Hill, deservedly rank as 
works of art, and refute the opinion, founded in preju- 
dice, that iron is not suited for statuary. 

The introduction of cast iron stairs is of recent date, 
and from present appearances they bid fair to supersede 
the common use of wood, by the many advantages they 
possess over that material, not the least of which is their 
comparative security against fire. The permanency of 
iron — says a writer in the Philadelphia Ledger — and 
the difference it makes in the cost of insurance, are facts 
worthy of consideration. The iron may forever remain 
uninjured, if properly protected by paint. This estab- 



MONUMENTAL ARCHITECTURE. 147 

lishes an important difference between brick and mortar 
on the one side, and of cast iron on the other. The 
difference is so clearly in favour of the latter, that it at 
once settles the question of economy. The stairs under 
consideration, can be recommended, not only for their 
economy in this respect, but for their elegance and con- 
venience. Rarely have we seen structures of the same 
kind, either in wood or stone, combining the same archi- 
tectural taste and skill. The railings, banisters, steps, 
&c, are all susceptible of ornamentation. They can be 
painted, burnished, lacquered or japanned in colours, 
and enriched by arabesque, or any other of the many 
styles of decorative art, so as to present an exceedingly 
brilliant appearance. 

The varandas embrace a great variety of designs, 
principally, however, in the Moorish and Byzantine 
style. These forms of architecture are particularly 
suited, by their light and graceful character, to struc- 
tures of this kind. The specimens we had the pleasure 
of inspecting are at once elegant and substantial. 

Among the minor objects produced at these works are 
music-stands, brackets, lamp-stands, inkstands, mirror- 
frames, card-racks, clock-cases, paper-holders, bedsteads, 
centre and pier tables, &c. , 

In closing this notice we direct attention to the cast 
iron fountain, erected by Mr. Wood in Spring Garden 
near Sixth street. The artistic care and skill bestowed 
upon this composition, will not fail to merit the appro- 
bation of every beholder, and from the successful com- 
plecation of which, we feel assured that fountains of the 
most elegant designs and classic details will ere long 
grace all our public squares. 



JOHN JAY SMITH. 

& 1 x x xi a r ij : | $ r b n u m : 

LLOYD P. SMITH. | FREDERICK BROWN. 

3SUmigm: 

JOHN JAY SMITH, (FREDERICK BROWN, 
LLOYD P. SMITH, |BEN. W. RICHARDS. 

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THOMAS DRINNAN, (on the premises.) 

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JOHN DUNN, (Southern ground.) 



A LIST 



LOT-HOLDERS 



LAUREL HILL CEMETERY, 



T O APRIL. 1,1! 



[Sections indicated by the figures 1, 2, 3, &c, are situated in South 
Laurel Hill. Section 4 is " Friends' ground."] 

CLERGYMEN. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Barnes, Rev. Albert G 77 

Boardman, Rev. Henry A G 146, east half. 

Breintnall, Rev. Thomas G 159, north half. 

Chandler, Rev. George C 32 

Chester, Rev. William G 194 

Clemson, Rev. J. B G 22, 34 

Crawford, Rev. Samuel H L 69 

Demme, Rev. Chas. R 7 350 

Durbin, Rev. John P 7 21 

Durborrow, Rev. G. A 

Fowles, Rev. James H 7 25 

Gillette, Rev. A. D 7 140 

Goddard, Rev. Kingston 7 23 

Good, Rev. Caleb J R 60 

Grant, Rev. John L C 34 

Hall, Rev. Richard Drason L 252, south half. 

Hazlehurst, Rev. Samuel C 9 

Higgins. Rev. Solomon R 57 

Howe, Rev. M. A. Be Wolfe 7 9 

Jones, Rev. Joseph H C 3H 

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Z LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

McKnight, Rev. John H 100 

Maxwell, Rev. John Gordon L 330 

Mayer, Rev. P. F 33 

Mitchell, Rev. James M 110, south half. 

Morton, Rev. Henry J 

Neill, Rev. Wm., Germantown C 36 

Patton, Rev. John H 99 

Pinney, Rev. J. B G 147, west half. 

Potter, Rt. Rev. Alonzo 7 27,28 

Rood, Rev. Anson B 25 

Spear, Rev. Wm. Wallace 1 115 

Stevens, Rev. W. Bacon 7 29 

Thomson, Rev. Charles W L 86 

Wiltbank, Rev. James H 54 

A. 

Abel, Jane, Charleston, S. C G 176, one-third. 

Abbey, Charles B 63 

Abbott, James G F 37 

Adams, A. W F 18 

Adams, John Quincy F 19 

Adams, John S L 198 

Adams, R. H C 28, westhalf. 

Addicks, John Edward G 21 

Afflick, MorrisE D 67, 68, one-sixth. 

Agnew, William F 130, 131 

Airey, John 2 201 

f ..224, one-third of west half. 
Aldridge, Samuel H Ai 2 ofi « t " 

Alexander, Hugh 3 146 

Alexander, William R 100, south half. 

Allen, Charles W., Ex'r, &c M 38 

Allen, Eliza R 151, south half. 

Allen, JohnB. A G 185 

Allen, Robert A 28 

Allen, Thos. and Geo. W., M.D B 21, 22 

Allibone, Samuel Austin L 44 

Allibone, Thomas E 15, 16, 20, 21 

Allison, James 2 136 



LIST OF LOT- HOLDERS. 6 

Name. Section. Number. 

Allman, Thomas, jr 3 184 

Altemus, Samuel T G 361 

Alston, Sarah M., of N. Carolina R 151, north half. 

Alter, Jacob G 173, J with T. J. Megear. 

Alter, Solomon G 152, half east. 

Amer, William M 112 

Amos, Jacob 3 251 

Anderson, William V L 25, 26 

Andrews, Alexander J R 190 

Andrews, John (vault, shrubbery) 15, 16, 17, 18 

Andrews, Mrs. Margaret L 201 

Angue, Albert D G...323, 325, 327, one-third east. 

Angue, Charlotte E G...323, 325, 327, one-third west. 

Angue, John, jr F 4 

Anners, Mary Frances L 145 

Anson, Louis E 58 

Anspach, John H 161 

Anspach, William H 160 

Appleton, Christopher C 26, 27 

Archambault, Joseph 17 152, east half. 

Archambault, La Fayette 17 152, west half 

Archer, Ellis S B 88 

Armour, William B 140 

Armstrong, Andrew B 128 

Arrott, James L 95 

Ash, Thomas T 7 202 

Ashman, Peter 3 241 

Ashmead, Albert S 7 85 

Ashmead, Lehman P D 81 

Ashmead, Thomas 7 86 

Asson, William T R 61 

Atherton, Humphrey, Estate of. C 77, 79 

Atkinson, Joseph G 209 

Atwood, John M 1 86, 87 

Audenried, Anna C G 322 

Austin, D. P F 148, 149 

Austin, David, St. Francisville, La. ...L 146 

Axford, Edward J F 67, west half. 



1 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

B. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Backus, El. F.i Vau i t p 4 

Bayard James ) 

Bacon, Franklin E 33 

Bailey, Joseph T P 65 

Bailie, Mary Jane C 1 

Baily, William 1 172 

Baily, Eli W P 70 

Baker, Abraham 19 

Baker, Charles H 47, GO 

Baker, George N H 90, 91 

Baker, Isaac E A 82, south half. 

Baker, John C E 10 

Baker, Michael G 259 

Baker, Michael V L 62, 64 

Baldwin, M. W M 45 

Ball, Mrs. E., Egypt. Tomb G 110, 112 

Bancroft, Thomas 1 124, 125, 126, f of each. 

Baptist Church, the Fifth 6 32 to 123 

Barclay, Andrew C shrubbery 41, 42, 43, 44, 45 

Barclay, J. K R 92 

Barclay, Miss Margaret M 54 

Barcroft, Stacy B G 35 

Barger, William L 178, 179 

Barker, Abraham G 285 

Barker, James N. (vault) G 71, 81 

Barnes, Rev. Albert G 77 

Barnes, Ann P 69 

Barnes, Henry L 157 

Barrett, R., Estate of. A 19 

Barron, George 97, 98 

Barton, C. C, U. S. N L 331 

Barton, Irvine 3 239 

Barton, John Rhea, M. D G 281 

Bartram, Mrs. Ann F 38 

Bastian, George 3 245, west half. 

Bastian, John 3 245, east half. 

Baugh, Samuel 20 

Bazin, Xavier B 33 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 5 

Name. Section. Number. 

Beaver, Thomas G 290 

Bechtel, Abraham B 161 

Beck, Charles F. (oval) 1 10, south half. 

Beck, Mrs. Elizabeth H 117 

Beck, Harvey G 57 

Beck, Henry Paul (oval) 1 10, north half. 

Beck, John L 258 

Beck, William Henry H 187 

Beebee, George W B 108 

, Beehler, Tobias G 346 

Behm, C. F. W R 146 

Beidelman, Abraham 21 

Beidelman, Daniel.' M 18 

Beirne, Oliver, New York L 140 

Bell, Charles R 88, south half. 

Bell, Levi H 4 125 

Bell, Samuel 4 127 

Bellangee, Isaac 4 141, 143 

Bellas, James H 80 

Benfer, John Christian C 16, 17 

Bensell, Edward S., and -> L / 493, north half. 

Pinkney, Henry J " 1493, south half. 

Bent, Edwin J R 96, north half. 

Berger, Mary B 9 

Berks, John 2 191. 

i, JohnM R {\\ _ „ 

I 16, west half. 

Henrietta P 72, north side Neal mon. 

Bevan, Matthew L E 68, 69, 70, 71 

Bibighaus, C. H., M. D G 240, south half. 

Bibighaus, Samuel H G 240, north half. 

Bicking, George H F 9 

Biddle, Edward C G 82 

Biddle, Thomas (a vault) G 247 

Bilger, Isaac F Ill 

Binder, Wm., Jacob, and Geo O 77 

Bird, Charles 1 26, 27 

Bird, Henry 1 28, 29 

Bird, Thomas 1 30, 31 

Birnbaum, Charles G 88 

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6 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Bisbee, Catharine R 123, north half. 

Bispham, Joseph H 47, 53 

Bispham, Samuel 1 108, 109, 110, 111 

Bissell, J. H., Estate of, N. C L 256 

Black, Samuel A R 94, north half. 

Bladen, Washington L P 10 

Blaikie, George D G 212, south half. 

Blaine, Sarah E R 163 

Blake, George E H 68 

Blanchard, Wm. A F 150, 151 

Blanding, William, M. D L 250 

Blye, Sarah N 20 

Boardman, Rev. Henry A G '. 146, east half. 

Bodder, Levi D., M. D 3 112 

Bodine, Samuel T F 6 

Boggs, James R 121, north half. 

Bohlen, John (vault) F 61, 62, 63, 64 

Boker, Charles S A 91 to 102, north third. 

Boker, Joseph G 286, north half. 

Boker, William C G 286, south half. 

Boldin, George E 80 

Boiler, Henry J M 12 

Bolton, Beulah S C 94 

Bond, Henry, M.D G 349, west half. 

Bond, William G 349, one-fourth. 

Bonnel, Lydia B 102 

Bonnell, Samuel B 103 

Booth, Mrs. Jane C L 206 

Boraef, Martin "] 

Boraef, Henry I ««--., 

t, . „ , .. ^1 191, one-fourth part each. 

Boraef, Valentine r 

Boraef, Lawrance S I 

Bouvier, Judge John F 81, 82 

Bowen, William E L 96 

Bower, Charles P B 81 

Boyles, James B 19, 20 

Boyter, Louisa C. and Caroline. ..A 79, north half. 

Bradford, Cornelius J R 140 

Bradley, C. and Shriver, W C 58, 59, half to each. 

Bradshaw, Edmund C 89 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. < 

Name. Section. Number. 

Brady, James D B 101 

Bray, Daniel G 184 

Breintnall, Rev. Thomas G 159, north half. 

Brenner, John G 22 

Brewer, Thomas A R 164 

Brickman, George G 89 

Bridges, N. W R 106 

Bridport, Hugh R 59 

Bringhurst, John C 78, 80, one-fourth. 

Brock, John B 44, 45, 46, 47 

Brock, Samuel L 3 185 

Brognard, Joseph R C 92 

Brognard, L. Ney... B 120 

Brolaskey, S. (vault) G 43, 44 

Brooke, Charlotte P D 74 

Brooke, Gen. Geo. M L 132 

Brooke, Robert L 3 118 

Brooks, Jeremiah M P 11 

Brooks, Mary C 57 

Broom, George L B 153, 154 

Browne, Alexander 3 254 

Browne, Alexander L 348 

Brown, Charles S 28, north half. 

Brown, David Paul G 133 

Brown, David S 4 158, 159 

Brown, Elizabeth Dr. L 252, north half. 

Brown, Frederick L 8, 9, and half of 10, 11 

Browne, Hannah and Ann T G 187 

Browne, N. B. & S. A. Harrison...B 145, north half, and 147 

Brown, Mrs. Jane 2 134, east half. 

Brown, Jeremiah 4 156 

Brown, John and Lewis A 24 

Brown, John A L 100 to 106 inclusive. 

Brown, John H P 13 

Brown, Lewis A 20 

Brown, Theodore C 25, west half. 

Brown, William G 258 

Bryan, George S C 13 

Bryan, Tim. M. & Thos. J. (vt)....H 103, 104 

Buck, F. N B 15, 16 



8 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Buckley, M. Brooke L 214, 215 

Budd, Henry G 280, north half. 

Buddy, John 41 

Buist, Robert L 169 

Bunker, N., Estate of L 50 to 54, inclusive. 

Bunting, Catharine L 249, 251 

Bunting, Jacob T G 51 

Bunting, Joshua, Estate of 3 215 

Burdsall, Wm. H F 116 

Burgess, Mary P 17 

Burgess, Robert H 142 

Burk, James (vault) L 35, 36, 37 

Burkhard, Peter 2 138 

Burkhart, Robert D 13 

Burnell, Benjamin B 35 

Burr, Joseph, jr C 73 

Burr, Margaret C 72 

Burt, Nathaniel shrubbery 32 to 36, inclusive. 

Butcher, Washington G 97 

Butz, Geo., jr. (a vault) H 173 

Byrne, Ann R 93 



c. 

ames, <S "> p 

3,(vt.) J 

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215 



Caldwell, Eliz. & James, & 

Kepple, Catharine, (vt.) 
Caldwell, Thomas "> ^ j 17, north half. 

" \ 15, whole. 

Camblos, Charles M 62 

Campbell, George S 10 

Campbell, Quintin 1 95 

Carlton, John, U. S. N G 242, north half. 

Carpenter, Samuel H G 12 

Carr, Edward W. -> R .„ 

Carr, John G. J '" 

Carr, Margaret H L 161 

Carr, William H G 26 

Carse, W. H., Mt. Holly, N. J....L 224 

Carman, William C 84, 86 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 9 

Name. Section. Number. 

Carson, Joseph, M.D G 69 

Carter, Charles H., Maryland B 61 

Carter, James, Jr B 30 

Carter, Mrs. Lucy Lelia L 143 

Carter, Robert W B 89 

Carter, William T M 100 

Carver, Alexander B M 15 

Castle, James H 1 113 

Castner, Samuel and Enoch C 52 

Cave, Sarah H G 161, south half. 

Chadwick, W., Lower Merion L 500 

Chaloner, Aaron Denman, M. D...B 104 

Chamberlain, Briton E D 3, north half. 

Chambers, Jane L 335, north half. 

Champion, Ann A 10, east half. 

Chance, Jeremiah C L 343 & north half of 341 

Chandler, Rev. George C 32 

Chandler, Joseph R E 31 

Chaplin, W. J. & H. Whitman 1 74 

Chapman, AVilliam A 22 

Charleton, Catharine A 44 

Charnley, William S L 59, 60 

Chase, Edwin J A 82, north half. 

Chauveau, Anthony J L 393 

Cheetham, William H G 38 

Cheetham, Wm. H., Jr 1 124— 126, undivided £ part of E 

Chester, Rev. W. & J.Ralston(v.)...G 194, one half to each. 

Childs, C. G D 35, 37 

Chisolm, John H., Est. of R 160 

Christie, Wm., Estate of H 3 

Christman, Henry, William, "I p f 

Elizabeth, and Sarah j I 

Chur, Augustus Theodore O 23 

Church, Frederick M L 49 

Church, the 5th Baptist 6 32 to 123, inclusive. 

Church, German Lutheran O 

Churchman, Charles W 1 32 

Claghorn, John W L 114, 116, 118 

Clarke, J., Lower Merion O 25 

Clark, Robert D 17, south half 

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10 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Clark, Robert D 19, whole. 

Clarke, Samuel E 26 

Claxton, Edmund L 453 

Clay, Joseph A H 147 

Clement, Samuel L A 7 

Clement, Samuel L A 10, west part. 

Clemson, Rev. J. B G 22, 34 

Cleveland, C. D G 29, 30 

Coates, Abraham A 64, 65, 66, 67, one-third centre. 

Coates, George Morrison M 68 

Coates, Joseph H H 112 

Cobb, Capt. Edward B., N. Y P 66, north half. 

Cockburn, John, Jr G 41 

Coffin, Thomas M H 129 

Colcord, E. L H 82, 83 

Cole, Alice (vault) 1 188, south half. 

Cole, John H 131 

Coleman, Edward G 99, one half. 

Coleman, Harriet M., (vt.) \ 7 f 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 

and Anna C. Parker J "" '" \ 130, 131. 

Coleman, R. W., Cornwall, ^ T r or) . 

Lebanon County, Pa. J I 

Colhoun,-E. Ross R 149, south half. 

Colladay, Charles 38 

Collins, Mrs. Ann B M 90 

Collins, Charles 2 83 

Collins, Isaac 4 96 

Colton, Cornelia B B 7 

Columbier, Joseph Martin Du....M 40 

Comly, David, Estate of 3 78 

Conkle, Henry, Jr L 144 

Connelly, Ann Maria O 120 

Connelly, Eliza O 115 

Conrad, Matthew F 47 

Conrad, Robert T. & Henry H 41 

Conrad, Robert T G 90 

Conrow, W. G., Spring Garden... F 120 

Conway, John B 80 

Conyers, Walter C 76 

Cooke, David, Montgomery Co...G 342 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 11 

Name. Section. Number. 

Cook, John F ....55 

Cooke, John G 140 

Coolidge, Edwin L 235 

Cooper, Britain B 90 

Cooper, Benjamin C F 54 

Cooper, Capt. James, Estate of.. ..1 156 

Cooper, John F 25 26 

Cope, Caleb H iq[ 17 

Cope, Edwin R G 213 

Cope, Herman M 36 

Corbit, Henry C G 158 

Corey, Augustus JI 29 

Cornelius, Christian G 164, and west half 166 

Coston, Martha Jane D 62 

Cottringers, Joseph F 7 138 

Cowan, Henry R n7j south half 

Cowperthwait, Joseph E 1 

Cox, Catharine M 226 

Cox, Gideon, I g2 

Cox, Mary Ann C 14 

Cragg, Dennis E H 

Craige, Eliza A 38 39 

Craige, Seth L 61, 63 

Craige, Thomas H N '_42 

Craig, Henry B H 73 

Crawford, Rev. Samuel W L 69 

Crawford, William H L 1....... ....... ...,98 

Crean, William B 151 

Creely, George R B ZZZZZlte 

Creighton, Robert B 59, and 57, north half. 

Cresson, James, Jr G 228 

Cresson, William & Walter G 230 

Cresson, Wm. P H fii 62 

Cresswell, Robert I "['Zl 86,' north half 

Crim, S. A. (Miss) C 69 

Crissy, James E 79 

Croome, William M " -o 

Croskey, Elizabeth c 91 

Crothers, William S G 140 

Crutcher& Morgan H 38 

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12 LIST OF LOT- HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Culbert, Robert B 79, north half. 

Curran, J. C, & J. C. Marll C 54 

Curtis, John H A 70, 71 

Cushman, Susan 7 93, 94, 95, 96, one-fourth. 

Cuthbert, Allen H 102 



D. 

Dalby, Daniel 3 210 

Dale, Gerald F 7 39 

Dalzell, John E 63 

Danforth, James M C 15 

Daniels, AVilliam 3 119, one-half. 

Darley, John C B 24 

Darley, Wm. Henry Wesley A 40 

Davauld, Frederick A 42 

Davids, Benjamin 3 68 

Davidson, Elias W L 261 

Davidson, Robert B L 31 

Davies, John R 130 

Davis, Armon G 10 

Davis, Benjamin shrubbery 28, 29 

Davis, Charles B 13, 14 

Davis, Edward M H 128 

Davis, Isaac R G 156 

Davis, John B 150, south half. 

Davis, JohnG. & Saml. H 1 216 

Davis, John, Sen'r C 65 

Davis, Samuel, Natchez G 283 

Davis, Samuel B 84 

Davis, Thomas 7 141 

Deacon, Edmund F 88 

Deal, Daniel G...275, 277, & south J of 276 & 278 

Deal, Elias D 54 

Decker, Francis I F 31, one-half. 

Degranges, Stephen A F 93 

De Haven, Holstein B 126 

Demme, Rev. Chas. R 7 350 

Denckla, Ann H 106,107 



LIST OF LOT- HOLDERS. 13 

Name. Section. Number. 

Derbyshire, Alexander J H 165 

Derringer, Henry shrubbery 10,11, 12, 13, 14 

Desauque, Charles L 1 52 

Desilver, Charles B 135, 136 

Desilver, Mary L 162, one-half. 

Devereux, John D 33 

Dewey, William G 349, one-fourth. 

Dick, John, & Ritchie, James....M 120 

Dickey, Nathaniel L P 25 

Dickey, Robert, New York L 94 

Dickerrnan, Lemuel 1 63, west half. 

Dickerson, John B 71 

Dickson, Elizabeth C 6, one-half. 

Dickson, Est. of John, N. L B 130 

Dickson, J., Levi & James) „ / 1% 197 i9» 

N., & Levi Taylor. ]"" "" t ' ' 

Dickson, Ruth J L 75, 77 

Diemers, George 3 246 

Diemer, Michael F 28 

Dillard, Thomas, M.D., U.S.N... F 146, 147 

Dillingham, Simeon 1 215 

Dilworth, Charles 1 114 

Dingee, Charles H B 105, 107, one-third north. 

Dingee, John H B 105, 107, % in the centre. 

Dixey, Capt. Charles, Estate of...L 151 

Dixey, Capt. Thomas L 150 

Dixon, Ruth J L 75, 77 

Donaldson, Sophia, and -> ~ 2 i 9 r south half. 

Sparks, Thomas. J \ north half. 

Donath, James A L 219 

Donnell, James C L 34 

Donnell, Robert L 32 

Dorrance, David C 90 

Douglass, John C R 96, south half. 

Douglass, Oscar C 45 

Doughty, James H M 104 

Doyle, Hugh, (vault) H 183 

Drayton, W., Est. of, (vault) G 249 

Dreer, Ferdinand W 7 31, 32, 33, 34 

Drinnan, Th. Superintendent L 147 

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14 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Duane, William J L 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112 

Dubois, W. E 2 180 

Dubs, Wm. Jones H 74, 75 

Duey, Mrs., Falls of Schuylkill... L 1*58 

Duhring, Henry G 189 

Dunbar, Elon L 133,134, 135, 136 

Duncan, Mrs. Mary L 195 

Dundas, James 17 317, 318, 319, 320, 321, 322 

Dungan, Charles B G 268, one-half 

Dunglison, Robley, M. D B 106 

Dunn, Elenor R 123 

Dunn, Nathan G 107, 109 

Dunton, Isaac G 188 

Dunton, Jacob G 207 

Dunlap, Sallows H 43 

Dunlap, Sarah 3 Ill, 113,115, 117, J centre. 

Dupuy, Bernard B 160 

Durbin, Rev. J. P 7 21 

Dutihl, Edmond G G 117 



E. 

Ebert, Peter F 46 

Eckel, John H 175 

Eckert, George L 78 

Eckhardt, Margaret R 41 

Ecky, John H O 110 

Edwards, Richard L R 102, north half. 

Egbert, Lydia A., Manayunk L 240, north half. 

Ehrley, Michael L 259 

Eldridge, Jeremiah E G 25 

Elison, John A R 124 

Ella, John C 56 

Ellet. C, sen., deceased, Est. of... C 12 

Elliot, Charles G 173 (130 feet) & 174 (110 feet) 

Elliot, Hugh 17 330 

Elliott, Henrietta G G 159, south half. 

Ellis, Amos shrubbery 30, 31 

Ellis, Jacob B Ill 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 



15 



Name. Section. Number. 

Ellis. William L 199 

Ellis, Wyatt H., Estate of. L 257, north half. 

Ellison, John B F 105 

Ellison, Wm. P F 115 

Ellmaker, Hannah L 212 

Ely, John, Jr A 78, & south half of 79 

Emerick, P. K., Estate of. 12 

Emery, Henry 3 217, & south half of 219 

Emlen, George, Estate of. G 252, east half. 

Emlen, Wm. F. & George, Jr G 251 

Engle, Aaron C G...224, J of W. half, 226, J of E. half. 

English, Edward B C 74, north half. 

Enterline, Amos C 28, east half. 

Erben, Peter C 131 

Esher, Conrad S 61 

Esher, Jacob F 73 

Esher, William F 70 

Esherick, George 37 

Esherick, Joseph 42 

Esherick, Joseph HI 

Espy, Mrs. Rebecca L 180, 181 

Etting, Benj. and Edward J L...23, 24, and south half 21 and 22 

Eustis, Alexander Brooks L 231 

Euston, James M 102 

Evans, Cadwallader 1 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150 

Evans, Franklin 2 178, west half. 

Evans, Horace, M. D A 1, 2, 3, 4 

Evans, Jacob F 72, two-thirds. 

Evans, John M 2 176 

Evans, Maria D H> south half - 

Evans, Robert L 497 

Evans, Thomas H 19 

Evans, Thomas 2 178, east half. 

Evans, William E M 48 

Evans, AVilliam H D 61 

Everett, Michael, Estate of. R I 65 

Everly, Adam E 74, 75,76, 77 

Everly, William A E 72, 73 

Ewing, Henry, Estate of P i6 



16 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

F. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Fagan, John G 272 

Fairbairn, John 2 134, west half. 

Fairman, Henry B B 131 

Fales, George G 197 

Fallon, Chris., (on Terrace) S 24 

Faries, William H 123 

Farnum, Henry L 113,115, 117 

Farnum, John 4 83 

Farnum, Peter R 74 

Farquhar, Edward Y 1 117 

Farquhar, E., Executors of, (v.)...B 36 

Fassit, James, (vault) 1 20, 21 

Fassit, Mrs. Thos. (vault) 1 22,23 

Fassit, Thomas S. R 1 35 

Fell, Courtland J G 102 

Felten, Philip H 

Feltwell, Benjamin M L 156 

Ferguson, Alexander L 479 

Fernley, John B 

Ferree, James B B 74 

Field, Benjamin S 7 

Field, Isaac C. Estate of S 6 

Field, James 1 129, 130 

Fifth Baptist Church 6 32 to 123, inclusive. 

Firth, Thomas L 288, two-thirds, south. 

Firth, Thomas T R 6 

Fisher, Charles Henry B 114, 115 

Fisher, Coleman G 254, one-half. 

Fisher, Elizabeth G 254, one-half. 

Fisher, James A 75 

Fisher, James C. (vault) G 104, 105 

Fisher, Julia (vault) H 181 

Fisher, William Logan 1 225 

Fisher, Rodney N 31 

Fitch, Samuel S., M. D A 45 

Fithian, Charles B 7 299 

Fithian Lemuel, S 7 300 

Fitler, D., deceased, Estate of.....1 214 



LIST OF LOT- II OLD 



17 



Name. Section. Number. 

Fitter, Elizabeth D 75, 78, one-third centre. 

Fleming, Thomas E 87, 89 

Fling, William B H 168, 169 

Fobes, George W 1 131 » 132 

Foering, Frederick G I 36 

Fontenelle, Maria Sophia C 53 

Ford, Isaac H 45 

Ford, Samuel C H 50 

Ford, William L I 83 

Forepaugh, John F 3 • 248 

Forrest, J. D., St. Francisville....C 44 

Forward, Elizabeth F A 23 

Fotterall, W. F. and S. G F 41, 42, 44, 57, 58, 59 

Foulke, Richard P. & W.Parker. ..7 224 

Fourestier, F E. B. De 7 S28 

Fowles, Rev. James H 7 25 

Fox, George, M.D. (vault) G 253 

Fraley, John U 46 

Franck, William 7 3 25 

Franklin, Edward L 349 

Fraser, John F Q 161, north half. 

Freas, P. R., Germantown G 233, north half. 

Frederick, Wm. S G 32 

Freed, David D 65, 66, one-third 

Friend, John F 31, one-half. 

Friends' Section 4 

Fritz, Henry C L 220 

Fritz, Jacob 93 

Frost, John C 63 

Fry, Saml. B. & Peter Sides I 185, south half. 

Fuering, William A 35 

Fuller, Oliver G 80 

Fullerton, Alexander H H 115, 119, 121, one-half. 

Fullerton, Charles J Q •'! 

Fulmer, Mary E 49 

Fulmer, Nicholas & Geo E 51 

Furness, James T G 234 



18 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

G. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Gamble, John shrubbery 39, 40 

Gamble, John K shrubbery 37, 38 

Gardner, Grace L 218 

Garret, John F 68 

Garrigues, Marshall 3 186, 187 

Garrison, John 7 304 

Garrison, Eli 1 213 

Garsed, John, Frankford M 67 

Garwood, Eliza F 27, east half. 

Gaskell, Peter Penn G 168 

Gaul, Martin, Estate of R 26 

Gaul, William R 66, 68 

Gemmill, Mrs. E. II L 138 

Gemmill, James R G 341, west half. 

Gemmill, Zechariah I... 180, south half, & 16 feet of M, 7. 

George, Daniel H D 67, 68, one-sixth. 

Gerhard, Benjamin 7 112, west half. 

Gerhard, Wm. W 7 112, east half. 

Gerstner, F. A., Chevalier, ~» „ r 

of Austria, Estate of J 

Ghriskey, Charles M 3 144 

Gibbons, Charles 7 229 

Gibbs, Josiah W 2 198, three-fourths. 

Gibson, John G 231 

Gihon, James N 34 

Gihon, James L N 35 

Gilbert, George 30 

Gilbert, Hen. R. (vt.) shrubbery 6, 7 

Gilbert, John G 203 

Gilbert, Samuel G 7 

Gilbert, Wm., (vault). ...shrubbery 8, 9 

Gilchrist, Elizabeth L L 80 

Gill, Bennington 1 155 

Gill, John Jr A 30, 31, 32 

Gill, Sarah M H 49 

Gill, William G 232, south half. 

Giller, John U B 85 

Gillett, Rev. A. D G 851, 80 feet west. 



LIST OF LOT-HO L D 



19 



Name. Section. Number. 

Gillman, J.C 3 Ill, 113, 115, 117, J north. 

Gilpin, Vincent, J. F., & C G 192 

Glass, Alex. F 7 91, 92 

Glass, Mary & Sarah R 172, south half. 

Goddard, Rev. Kingston 7 23 

Goddard, Paul Beck, M. D G 58 

Goddard, William B H 174 

Godey, Louis A., (vault) H 177 

Godfrey Monument N 3 

Godon, Sylvanus W., U. S. N F 14 

Goldtrap, Thomas W., Est. of F 110 

Good, Rev. Caleb J R 60 

Goodfellow, James A 87 

Goodrich, Wm. & Thomas R 51 

Goodrich, William R 50 

Gordon, Thomas S., New York...C 11 

Gosh, John F 101 

Graff, Charles B 96, 97, 98, 99 

Graham, George A ...L 30 

Graham, George R 1 174 

Graham, James S 29, one-half. 

Graham, Thomas L 155 

Graham, Thomas L 152, 153 

Graham, William 2 82 

Grant, Rev. John L C 34 

Grant, Samuel G 196 

Gratz, Edward R 86 

Gratz, Edward G 182 

Graves, Bartholomew C 78, 80, one-fourth. 

Gray, Robert E G 149, half east. 

and White, Elizabeth G 149, half west. 

Gregory, Henry D 7 133 

Greiner, George O 2 

Grice, Daniel S H 194, 196, J south of each. 

Grice, Francis H 194, 196, I centre of each. 

Grice, Joseph H 194, 196, -} north of each. 

Grice, Samuel, Kensington F 39 

Grier, Robert C, S. C 1 15 

Griffith, James G 92 

Grigg, John G 181 



20 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Grim, Daniel K A 83 

Groff, Jeremiah R R » 114 

Groff, Ruth Ann L 187 

Grove, Daniel B A 86 

Groves, Daniel 1 

Groves, Daniel, Guardian 5 

Grub, Edward B G 11 

Grugan, Charles C P 20 

Grund, F. J L 143 

Gullen, Helen 1 178, one undivided fourth part. 

Gumbes, Mrs. Rebecca A 57 



H. 

Hacker, Isaac 1 121 

Hacker, Isaiah 4 85 

Hacker, William E M 6 

Hacker, AVilliam P F 45 

Hagner, Chas. V., Att'y 13 

Haines, Ephraim G 73, 83 

Hall, Charles B 66, 67 

Hall, Mary H B 10, one-half. 

Hall, Rev. R. D L 252, south half. 

Hallowell, D. Albert R 173 

Hallowell, Morris L 7 1, 2 

Hallowell, Wm. S B 60 

Hamill, James M A 29 

Hamilton, J. B. W A 89 

Hamilton, Robert S M 34 

Hamman, Joseph L 491, east half. 

Hammond, Samuel L 227 

Hance. David E R 1 

Hancocks, William L 242, 243 

Handy, Edward S. (vault) II 166 

Handy, George G 53 

Hankinson, Thomas A B 37 

Hanson, Albert F G Ill 

Hanson, Mrs. Catharine L L 85 

Hanson, Joseph B L 193 



LIST OF LOT-IIOLDERS. 21 

Name. Section. Number. 

Hanson, William R G 113 

Harley, Francis, Est. of B 132, north half. 

Harley, George H 29, 30 

Harmstead, George R D 31, 32 

Harmstead, James L 203 

Harper, Claudius R 143, 144 

Harper, James H 116, 122 

Harraden, Jabez R 175 

Harris, Thomas, M. D H 10, 11 

Harris, William, M. D H 12, 13 

Harrison, A. W R 53 

Harrison, Charles W L 254 

Harrison, Mrs. Eliza B 123 

Harrison, L., T., M. L., G., L 7 11, 13, 15, one-fourth to each. 

Harrison, Samuel (vault) L 389, north half. 

Harrison, Samuel A., -> ^ [ 145, north half. 

and N. B. Browne. J '" \ 147 

Hart, Alexander C, M. D 7 3 

Hartman, Hannah 2 102 

Hartwell, Hiram I G 218, south half. 

Haslam, Elizabeth B 79, south half. 

Hassler, Ferdinand R P 2, 3 

Hatfield, N., M. D A '.5 

Haverstick, Sarah H. and M 16, north half. 

M'Mullin, Joseph T M 16, south half. 

Hay, Maria G 79 

Hay, Moses M 2, two-thirds. 

Hay, Samuel F 124 

Hayes, George 7 107, 108, 109, 110 

Hayes, Samuel B 121 

Hazard, Erskine H 115, 119, 121, one-half. 

Hazlehurst, Isaac L 216, 217 

Hazlehurst, Rev. Sam'l .....C 9 

Heaton, Augustus (vault) B 34 

Heberton, Mrs. A. H. deceased... F 75 

Heberton, Arabella L G 313, west half. 

Heberton, Sophia G G 313, east half. 

Heebner, Charles 1 185, north half. 

Heiskell, Ferdinand & Colston.... G 225, & west half of 227 

Helmuth, Catharine G 144 

15 



22 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Helverson, Nicholas F 33 

Hemphill, Ann C 1 189, north half. 

Hemphill, Ann B 73 

Hemphill, Joseph G 99, one-half. 

Hemsley, Francis West F 76 

Henderson, Henry 7 13(3 

Henderson, Samuel J F 85 

Henley, Elizabeth (vault) A 37, south half. 

Henry, H., U.S.N D 64 

tr tit n « a n r> f H8, 119, one undivided third 

Henzey, Wm. C, M., S. C B... J ' ••••»■ 

I part to each. 

Hepburn, J., & Anson V. Parsons. ..1 17, 19 

Herkness, Mrs. Elizabeth B 28 

Hertzog, Mrs. Ann shrubbery 24, 25, 26, 27 

Hess, John J G 6, 17, 18 

Hewson, Henry N. (vault) 1 4 

Heyl, David S D 73 

Heyl, John, Jr 45 

Heyl, John and Wm. M 26 

Heylin, Isaac, M. D L 194 

Heylin, Isaiah B H 101 

Heylin, John L L 221 

Heylin, Roland L 253, north half. 

Hicking, Isaac 1 178, one undivided half part. 

Hickling, C L 197 

Highlands, Findlay, (vault) F 128 

Hight, Charles W C 45 

Higgings, Rev. Solomon R 57 

Higgs, Richard, Estate of 3 201 

Hildeburn, Samuel G 190, J east, 345, | west. 

Hill, Marshall 1 127, 128 

Hill, Robert F., Undertaker C 18, 80 feet of. 

Hillborn, Cyrus L 76 

Hirst, Andrew H R 98, north half. 

Hirst, James M H 51, 52 

•Hitchcock, William E 2 173 

Hobson, Sarah B 95, south half. 

Hodge, JohnL G 154 

Hodge, H. L., M. D G 155 

Hoffman, John G 63 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. '23 

Name. Section. Number. 

Holden, Almira W G 270 

Holland, Mrs. Ann E., (vault). ...L 79 

Hollingsworth, Thomas G G 344 

Hollingshead, Hugh F G 131, and half of 130 

Hollinshead, B. M 1 9 

Holmes, John ] T 1 ion 

Holmes, Seth C. [ T ' L 00 ., , ,. 

„ I .' 188, north half. 

Holmes, Emehne E. J J 

Hood, Matthew R 148 

Hood, Nathaniel P R 44 

Hood, Samuel G 319 

Hooper, John G 54, 66 

Hopewell, John C C 10 

Hopper, Samuel M 3 149, 150, one-third of both. 

Hoppin, Henry F 48 

Horn, John 1 183 

Home, Cyrus 1 102 

Home, Henry H C 42 

Horner, William E., M. D 1 88, 89 

Hornor, Benjamin H 110 

Hornor, John W H 113 

Horstman, Sigmond H 2 199, south half. 

Horstman, Wm. J 2 199, north half. 

Hoskins, John, Executor) „ _„ ., , ,, 

' ' t B 57, south half. 

of Mrs. Ann Hoskins. J 

Hough, Deacon C 1 179 

Housum, Peter D 58 

Howe, Rev. M. A. De Wolfe .7 9 

Howell, Asher M D 77 

Howell, Clarissa J 1 69 

Howell, George C 85 

Howell, Henry C P 1 

Howell, John A 83 

Howell, Robert G 248 

Hubbell, Ferdinand W 7 301, 302 

Hubeli, Jacob B 11, 12 

Huber, Maria H 3 220 

Huber, M. M., Estate of 3 242 

Huddy, Benjamin F B 112 

Huequenele, John H H 42 



24 LIST OF LOT- HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Huey, Samuel C B 142 

Huffnagle, William R H 188 

Hughes, William, Undertaker 2 137 

Hulings, Wm.E., M. D., Est. of...L 247 

Hull, Commodore Isaac G 241, and part of 243 

Hunt, Sarah Ann R 119 

Hunter, J., Est. of, deceased 7 200, south. 

Hunter, Samuel L 391 

Hurlbut, William M 3 24 

Huston, Alexander F L 236, one-half. 

Hutchinson, Benjamin P G 190, two-thirds. 

Hutchinson, Charles L 471 

Hutchinson, I. Pemberton G 214 



I. 



Iddings, Caleb P L 81, 83 

Ingersoll, J. R. & B. C. Wilcox...N 21 

Innes, Elizabeth 2 198, one-fourth. 

Ireland, George 3 257 

Irwin, Anna C 21 

Israel, Hannah H A 33 



J. 

Jackson, Joseph L 164 

Jackson, Mrs. Louisa C 1 176 

Jacobs, John F H 162 

James, Israel E L 160 

James, John F L 192 

Janney, Benjamin S., M. D G 150 

Jarden, Samuel 3 96 

Jarret, J., Mont'y. Co., Pa B 70, south half. 

Jeanes, Jacob, M. D S 28, south half. 

Jenkins, George R 150 

Jenkins, James, M. D R 10 

Jenks, Barton H., Bridesburg....R 56 



LIST OF LOT- HOLDERS. 25 

Name. Section. Number. 

Jenks, Watson 4 110, 111. 112, 113, west half. 

Jenks, William P G 338, west half. 

Johnson, Ellen 7 190, one-half. 

Johnson, Jane R 84, south half. 

Johnson, Joseph R 183 

Johnson, Henry D R 84, north half. 

Johnson, Moses L 72 

Johnson, Topliff 1 16, 18 

Jones, Agnes C 6, one-half. 

Jones, Andrew M 1 153, 154 

Jones, Benjamin W 1 168 

Jones, Caleb G 288 

Jones, David P 2 162 

Jones, Isaac C 4 107, 109 

Jones, Isaac C, Jr L 290, south half, & 288 £ north. 

Jones, Isaac F F ,.109 

Jones, Isaac R G 55 

Jones, J. Hillborn G 279 

Jones, John Sidney G 56 

Jones, Joseph O 48 

Jones, Joshua L 257, south half. 

Jones, Justus P F 117 

Jones, Rev. J. H C 38 

Jones, Mary (widow of G. B.) F 92 

Jones, Owen, Lower Merion G 262 

Jones, William (vault) B 87, 127 

Jones, William D F 108 

Jordan, William L 222 

Justice, Alfred B P 67 

Justice, George M G 52 

Justice, Philip S P 66, south half. 

Justus, Philip , 2 184 



K. 

Kane, John K., Tomb in the Rock 

Kates, Jacob John, Estate of F 51 

Kates, Michael F 52 

Kates, William F 50 

15* 



26 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Kay, Benjamin C 7 

Kay, James, Jr G 48 

Kay, John Ibbotson G 36 

Keady, John, St. Louis 3 192 

Keagy, Mrs. Dr L 191 

Keller, Adam 64 

Kelley, Wm. D 3 145 

Keen, Charles G 146, west half. 

Keen, James, Kensington B 48,49, 50, 51 

Keen, John E H 64, 65, 66, 67, one-third north. 

Keen, William W G 148 

Keene, Charles E 19, two-thirds. 

Kendall, E. Otis 1 103 

Kenderdine, Eliza G H 164 

Kennedy, James M E 23 

Kennedy, John M H 97, 98 

Keppele, Catharine & Eliza- "> „ 04c 

beth & James Caldwell (vt). j '" 

Kern, Charles T R 138, south half. 

Kern, George R 136 

Kern, Horatio G R 138, north half. 

Kern, Joseph C B 26, south half. 

Kern, Peter B 26, north half. 

Kern, William H H 192 

Kerr, James A 80 

Kerr, John D L 478 

Kessler, John L 210, 211 

Kiehl, John A 8, 11 

Kimball, Stephen G 293 

Kimber, E., Jr G 74 

Kimniey, Henry M F 90 

King, Judge Edward G 183 

King, J. W G 326 

King, Samuel G 3 214 

Kinsman, Elizabeth B 110 

Kintzle, Christian .B 150, north half. 

Kirby, Patience L 165, south half. 

Kirk. Charles H., Estate of. 80 

Kirk, William, Lower Merion R 170 

Kirk, William, (vault) H 81 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 27 

Name. Section. Number. • 

Kirkbride, Thos. S., M. D L 73 

Kirkbride, T. S 4 110, 111, 112, 113, east half. 

Kirkland, William R C .. 22 

Kirkpatrick, David G 145 

Kirkpatrick, Robert B., Est. of...G 147, east half. 

Kirkpatrick, Sophia A G .' igQ 

Kitchen, Maria Matilda N 17 ig 

Kitts, Hannah, P B ' 39 

Klemm, Frederick A 49 

Klett, Frederick .' A 14, and 46fo'et"of A 18 

Kneass, Samuel H G qq 

Kneedler, Jesse S., and f 

Ludwig, William C. j G 167, and east half 166 

Knight, Rev. W. L C 18, fifty feet. 

Knowles, Levi, Jr H j 4fi 

Kohler, Frederick W R " 3g 

Kohler, J., J. F., G. A R .!...37 39 

Kohne, Mrs. Frederick H '57 

Konigmacher, Mrs. Elizabeth 1 3 

Koons, Charles M 106 

Koons, Isaac 17, 18, 81, 32 

Koons, Michael M 108 

Korn, Henry A ..."...12, 13 

Kripps, Jacob and Margaret H 178, 179, west half. 

Krug, Frederick V B 17 jg 

Krumbhaar, Lewis L 

Kugler, B.,M. D.,E.,M.A.,B. G...D 

Kunzi, Abraham, Est. of, dec'd...C 



.... 350 
.67, 68 
43 



106 
14, and half of 13 



L. 

Laing, Alva Edgar F 

Laird, Ellen E 

Laird, Maria Kunkle ....78 one 

Lamb, Clayton B., and) 

Lawrence, Eliza A. } M 50 ' UOrth half ' south half " 

Lamb, Francis 2 1-4 

Lamb, Lemuel (vault) B 23 

Lamb, Sarah J R .'".'."!]!l04,'one-fourth. 

M 



28 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Lambdin, J. R C 71 

Lambert, Edward G 261 

Lambert, John (vault) H 172 

Landell, George B , 1 

Landell, Washington J A 90 

Lang, George S 2 139 

Lange, John C 35 

Lapsley, David 1 94 

Lapsley, David, Executors of 1 98, 99 

Lapsley, J. B 1 96 

Lapsley, John I .97 

Large, James 7 155, south. 

Lasher, Francis, Jr 1 75, 76 

Law, William H., Norwich, Ct 1 7 

Lawrence, Eliza M 50, south half. 

Lawrence, F., Cincinnati, Ohio...M 2, one-third. 

Lawrence, Mary E L 65, 66 

Laws, George 1 13 

Laws, James 1 12 

Lawson, Alexander R 134 

Lavallette, E. A. F., U. S. N H 180, and 179, east half. 

Lea, J., & T. T., Roxborough....G 124 

Lea, Robeson & Joseph G 125 

Le Brun, Charles F 83 

Lealerc, Joseph P. Wilkesbarre...1 122 

L'Ecuyer, Jean Baptiste L 130 

Lee, George F G 309 

Lee, Sarah B 3 238 

Lee, Thomas 1 6 

Lee, Wetherill 7 151, south. 

Leech, Margaret L 230 

Leech, William F 1 218 

Leedom, Benjamin J H 21 

Leedom, Jacob H S 29, one-half. 

Leeds, Joseph R 58 

Lehr, William N 19 

Le Huray, George H. (vault)... .H 114 

Lehman, Charles O 16 

Leibrandt, Frederick 1 50, 51 

Lejee, William R L 48 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 29 

Name. Section. Number. 

Lelar, Henry, Jr 4 

Lelar, Henry 3 

Lennig, Charles J B 116, 117 

Lennig, Frederick (vault) P 5 

Lentz, Maria Barbara 1 182 

Lesley, Peter H 39 

Levely, Mary F. B A 58 

Levis, M. M., M. D. (vault), E...H 191, west half. 

Levis, Rebecca R 189 

Lewars, James E 1 178, one undivided fourth part. 

Lewis, Anna Maria 7 190, half. 

Lewis, B. W., Glasgow, Mo 7 172 

Lewis, Charles S B 134, south half. 

Lewis, George A 1 66 

Lewis, John F 27, west half. 

Lewis, Jno. F G 98 

Lewis, Mrs. Joseph S H 6, 7, 8, 9 

Lewis, Mordecai G 5, 16, 28, 40 

Lewis, Mordecai D 1 180 

Lewis, Samuel A A 74 

Lewis, Samuel N., Estate of. G 4, 15, 27, 39 

Lewis, Thomas B 125 

Lewis, William D A 91 to 102, centre third. 

Lewis, Wharton R 18, west half, 16, east half. 

Lightfoot, Philip, of Virginia R 172, south half. 

Linck, George F 103 

Lincoln, Abel G 238 

Lincoln, Thomas B L 229 

Lindsay, Joseph H Ill 

Lippincott, Jno. S H 65 

Lippincott, Joshua 1 104, 105, 106, 107 

Lippincott & Way F 107 

Linton, John L D 41 

Lisle, John R 42 

Livezey, John 4 90 

Livingston, I., of Nash., Tenn....L 139 

Livingston, Walter C. (vault). ...H 184 

Lloyd, R. L., & Lippincott, "I tt r c 

Jno. S., Estate of, (vault) J 

Lodge, Samuel G B 132, south half. 



6[) LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Long, Joseph Y F 56 

Longstreth, Mary Anna 4 98 

Lord, George W M 46 

Loudenslager, Jacob 62 

Louder, William H 2 161 

Lough, Joseph L 238 

Loughead, Joseph B 72 

Love, William H D 9, and north half of 11. 

Lovering, Joseph S G 157 

Lowden, Francis E 3 219, north half. 

Lucas, James A 59 



half 166. 



Ludwig, William C, and | G 1Wj and east 

Kneedler, Jesse S. i 

Lukens, Isaiah, dec'd Estate of..D 7 

Lukens, Jacob (vault) F 65, 66 

Lukens, Reuben 1 205 

Lunt, Enoch 3 84, north half. 

Lye, Henry R 122 



M. 

Macauley, Isaac 1 40, 41 

Magoffin, John and Cornelia L 245, north half. 

Magruder, George A., U. S. N...G 24 

Makins, J. N., Est. of, dec'd B 152 

Maloney, James G 266 

Man, Daniel, Jr G 284 

Manderson, Andrew 1 55 

Manderson, Andrew, Jr 1 54 

Manderson, James 1 56, 57 

Manning, James H R 90 

Markley, Edward C L 196 

Markle'y, George W 130 

Markoe, James (vault) H 182 

Marl, J. C, and J. C. Curran C 54 

Marple, A., Mont. Co., Pa A 49 

Marshall, Betsey (vault) L 189 

Martin, James S E 28, 30 

Martin, John C 1 152 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 31 

Name. Section. Number. 

Martin, Joseph, M. D M 40 

Martin, Prosper D M 42, east half. 

Maslin, M. M 1 34 

Mason, John C 23 

Mason, Jno. L 3 259 

Mason, AVilliam R 3 200 

Masson, Abraham 3 72 

Mather, Joseph T M 21, and 24, south half. 

Mattson, Samuel H F 8 

Mauck, John II G 193 

Maull, James, Sr G 122 

Maxwell, Rev. John Gordon L 330 

Maxwell, Mrs. R H 56 

Mayer, Rev. P. Frederick, D. D..0 33 

Mayhew, Lavinia M. (vault) R 47, and 9 by 3 or 27 feet of 46. 

McAdam, Mary L 141 

M'Allister, G. W., Sav., Ga H 105 

McAlpin, James G 263, south half. 

M'Callmont, George H 76, 77 

!10 and west half of 118, 
south half of 13, and S. 
west fourth of 14. 

M'Clellan, George, M. D L 46 

McClelland, J., M. D., U. S. A. ..3 '. 73 

McClellan, Samuel, M. D 7 332 

McClintock, James 3 Ill, 113, 115, 117, } south. 

McClintock, Ralph A 17 

M'Clintock, Eliza A 18, 100 feet thereof. 

McCloud, John R 2 

McClung, William 1 46 

McClure, James G 255, north half. 

McClure, William R 52 

McCormick, Pollard, ] 

Shoenberger, Peter, j- M 114, 116 

Watts, Henry M. j 

McCrea, James A., M. D G 201 

McCune, Clement H 78 

M'Curdy, Hugh L 149 

McDonald, John L 241, south half 

McFadden, George 7 174 



32 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

McFarland, Walter 3 119, one-half. 

McFee, John G 260 

M'Henry, James, M. D L 148 

McKaraher, Eleanor L 546 

McKean, Henry Pratt, (vault).-.G 210, 211 

McKee, Thomas M 42, west half. 

M'Kee, William L 91, 92, 93 

M'Knight, Rev. John H 100 

Mcllvain, Wm., Jr., Mcll- ~| 

vain, Alexander Murray, ' ~, ~ .„ 

Executors of J. Murray, \ ' 

dec'd. J 

McLean, W. J., New Orleans L 163 

McMakin, Andrew B 122 

McMakin, Joseph 7 168 

M 'Michael, Morton H 46 

McMullen, Joseph, T., and -| „ r 16, south half. 

Haverstick, Sarah H. J { 16, north half. 

McMurtrie, Henry, M. D 1 47 

McNeir, Wm., Est. of, dec'd D 55 

Meade, Eliz. Rickets 1 61 

Meade, Margaret Coates, Est. of.. 1 79 

Mears, Benj. R., M. D M 4 

Mecke, George F 29, 30 

Mecke, George Anthony G 84 

Mecke, George H L 188 

Mecke, Henry O 14 

Medara, Joseph S L 29 

Megargee, Samuel G 3, 14 

Megear, Thomas J G 173, one-third. 

Meigs, Charles D., M. D 1 71 

Meinell, W., of New York L 173 

Melius, Elizabeth 3 244 

Mellon, Thomas E 50, 52 

Mercer Monument G 121 

Mercer, Samuel, U. S. N L 185 

Mercer, Singleton A G 115 

Merrick, Sam'l Vaughan G 119, east half. 

Merwin, Mary R 43 

Meyers, Lewis B E 19, one-third. 



LIST OF LOT-HOLD 



33 



Name. Section. Number. 

Michener, John H B '5 

Miles, Jacob L 158 

Miles, John G 169, east half. 

Miles, Thomas L 159 

Miller, Andrew D 43 

Miller, Andrew H. and Joseph.... 1 187 

Miller, Charles L 200 

Miller, D. Sutter A 53 

Miller, Elizabeth B 95, north half. 

Miller, Frederick W G 86 

Miller, George D 72 

Miller, George R 2 126 

Miller, Jacob G 87 

Miller, John, Jr 2 124 

Miller, Jonathan 65, 66 

Miller, Matthew T A 68, 69, 76, 77 

Miller, Peter, dec'd, Est. of E 36 

Miller, Col. Samuel, U. S. M L 19, 20, and half of 21, 22 

Miller, William 1 10, 11 

Miller, W., and J. Shuttlewood...B 146 

Millward, Richard 7 134, east half. 

Millward, Sarah 7 132 

Millward, William 7 134, west half. 

Milnor, Robert, M. D R 28 

Mingle, John, Sr F 1, one-half. 

Mingle, John, Jr F 2 

Mitchell, Rev. Jas., and •> C 110, south half. 



....M 



Mitchell, Joseph, M. D. ]"" m \ 110, north half. 



{ no, 



Mitchell, Jno. K., M. D R 181 

Mitchell, Jonathan B 2 200, south half. 

Mitchell, Joshua, and Charles W..2 200, north half. 

Mogridge, Joseph R 178 

Montgomery, Joseph 1 68 

Montelius, William O 132 

Montelius, William G 70 

Moore, David P. (undertaker)... H 87 

Moore, Eliz. and Caroline R H7, north half. 

Moore, Hannah Penington R 132 

Moore, Joseph D 75, 78, one-third north. 

Moore, Marmaduke E 78 

16 



34 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Moore, Mary C C 82 

Moore, Thomas E 81 

Moore, William H. (undertaker). H 84, 85 

Morgan & Crutcher H 38 

Morgan, David M 32, one-third. 

Morgan, Joseph B 62 

Morgan, Sarah 1 72 

Morgan, Thomas W G 59 

Morgan, W. C H 31, 32 

Morrell, James G 163 

Morris, Anthony S H 135 

Morris, Charles M G 227, east half. 

Morris, Isaac P 4 102 

Morris, Jacob G 3 66 

Morris, J., Falls of Schuylkill 2 167, south half. 

Morris, Thomas H 141 

Morris, Thomas E B 76, one-half. 

Morris, Thomas W H 4, 5 

Morrison, William G 47 

Morton, F. Knox, M. D F 91 

Morton, Samuel G., M. D G 179 

Morton, Walter L 172 

Moss, Joseph Mora G 250 

Mott, Edward T G 137 

Mulford, John, Jr G 152, half west. 

Mulhollan, George, Infant of, single interment 

Mulhollan, J L 137 

Mullen, Wm. J., Point of Rock south L. H. 

Mullins, Edward C 19 

Murphey, Abigail R 150 

Murphy, James G 324 

Murphy, John G 321 

Musser, William 59 

Mustard, Archibald R 98, one-half south. 

Muzzey, William M G 93 

Myers, Isabella R 164 

Myers, John B G 101 

Myers, Peter D F 71 

Myrick, N. L., M. D., Est. of, •> 

Logan Co., Ky. J 



.3, 80, north half. 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 35 

N. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Naphys, George C D 80 

Nash, Gilbert, St. Louis R 107 

Natt, Joseph S D 69 

Natt, Mrs. Mary L 228 

Natt, Thomas J E 29 

Neal, Joseph C, Monument to...P 71 

Near, Jane Ann L 337 

Needles, Edward 2 186 

Neff, Charles 29 

Neff, John R 1 24, 25 

Neff, Rudolph E 34 

Neill, Rev. Wm., D. D., Ger C 36 

Nelson, James, Est. of 1 181 

Nelson, James H R 161, south half. 

Nevins, James L 57, 58 

Newbold, Anthony T G 186 

Newbold, Caleb, Jr 7 7 

Newbold, John L ..G 2 13 

Newbold, Thomas H 2 %.... 166 

Newbold, William L E 22 35 

Newell, William H 126, 127 



Newman, Jno. B. Jr., and •> 
R. R. Stewart. / 



•G 171 

Nichols, Gustavus Anthony C 78, 80, one-fourth. 

Nichols, James Kent B 68 

Northorp, John, Jr E 32 



0. 

Oat, George R 2 182 

Oat, Joseph, F 56 

O'Brien, Mrs. Hannah 1 42, 43 

O'Daniel, Perry H 167 

Ogden, Jonathan R 154 

Ogle, Williams E 24, 25 

Okie, J. B M 124 

Oldham, James L 223 



30 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Osborne, Richard B C 78, 80, one-fourth. 

Osbourn, Alexander M 27 

Overholzer, Isaac B L 410 

Overman, Henry W 7 191, one-half. 

Overman, Wm. W 7 135, south. 

Owen, Elizabeth L 162, one-half. 

Owen, Thomas M G 341, east half. 

Owens, Jesse G3 



P. 



Page, James H 118 

Palmer, Samuel 3 76 

Pancoast, Joseph, M. D G 199 

f 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 130, 
Parker, Anna C. (vault) 1 ... | ^ one . half . 

Parker, Edward, (vault) A 37, north half. 

Parker, Joseph, (vault) G 33 

Parkinson, Mrs. Eleanor H.... 59 

Parrislf, Robert A H 93, 94 

Parrott, HenryH B 83 

Parsons, A. V., & J. Hepburn 1 17, 19 

Patten, J. W., Patten, W. -> r 153, 154, one undivided third 

Jr., Patten, George D. /'"" '" \ each. 

Patterson, Edward C 8 

Patterson, Jonathan F 144, 145 

Patterson, Jonathan G 235, north half. 

Patterson, Joseph H 33, 34 

Patterson, Robert H 13 

Patterson, Gen. Robert G 244 

Patterson, Robert M., M. D H 20 

Patterson, Samuel D C 5 

Patterson, William C L 213 

Patton, Rev. John H 99 

Patton, R. A. and Wm., Jr G 75 

Patton, R., Est. of. L 245, south half. 

Paul, Bettle L 167 

Paul, Comegys 1 160 

Paul, James W 1 161 



LIST OP LOT-HOLDERS. 3/ 

Name. Section. Number. 

Paul, Jno. Marshall 1 162 

Paul, Jno. Rodman, M. D 1 158 

Paul, Sidney 1 157 

r 276, north half. 
Paulding, Theophilus G j^ north ^ 

Paxon, Richard L 82, 84 

Paxson, Edward G 280 south half. 

Peale, Franklin T G 72 

Pearsall, Robert S 5 

Pearson, Davis A 26 

Pedrick, Silas F ". 1 

Pelton, Caleb 1 53 

Penington, Edward H H 24 

Penington, John H 23 

Penington, J. W 1 212 

Penn. Hospital for the Insane 3 84, south half. 

Penn. Ins. for the Instruc- ■> 

tion of the Blind. } l 139 > 140 > 141 > 142 > 143 > 144 

Pennebaker, Amos, M. D. (vt.)...H 176 

Pepper, George L..119, 120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 125 

Pepper, George J B 27 

Perkins, Abraham R H 154, 155 

Perkins, Samuel H L 33 

Perkins, Thomas I H 150, 151 

Perit, John W 1 8 

Perot, Francis H 140, 134 

Perot, Joseph H 143 

Peters, Dell P B 113 

Peters, Jacob, Jr 1 184, south half. 

Peters, Levi Rex 1 184, north half. 

Peterson, Alexander, Jr R 108 

Peterson, George F 79, 80 

Peterson, Henry F 78 

Peterson, John, (vault) 7 38 

Peterson, Laurence G 160, half west. 

Pettit, Andrew, Est. of R 185 

Pettit, William P 7 

Pettit, W., and William V P 8 

Pfeiffer, Joseph, M. D. Est. of... .2 195, 196 

Phille, George R 43 

16* 



dO LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Phillips, John 3 243 

Phillips, William, (vault) G 120 

Phipps, Robinson B 58 

Phipps, Stephen B 54, 55 

Phipps, Charles B 56 

Pinchin, William E 12 

Pinckney, Elisha S H 14, 15 

Pinkney, Henry, and ^ <- 493, south half. 

Bensell, Edward S. } L \493, north half. 

Pinney, Rev. J. B G 147, west half. 

Piatt, George, Est. of G 223 

Piatt, William G 129, and half of 130 

Pleasants, J. Pemberton 4 104 

Plitt, Sophia Wager 7 156, 157, 158, 159 

Pogue, John, Est. of. G 42 

Pomeroy, J. C. & J. Y L 491 west half. 

Porter, Elizabeth R 125 

Potter, Alonzo, Rt. Rev 7 27, 28 

Potter, Robert B. (vault) H 170 

Potts, Isaac W H 25, 26 

Potts, W. L., andT. J. (vt.) G 221 

Potts, William B G 291 

Powers, Thomas C 25, east half. 

Powers, AVin. R., M. D., L 165, north half. 

Pratt, Thomas 2 172 

Prevost, Charles M B 64 

Price, J., Price, T. C, ^ 

Price, J., Jr., Price, I S 25 

Callender. J 

Price, Richard S 25 

rhalf of 10 and 11, and 12, 
Price, Richard, L j lgj 14> 15> 16> 17> and 18 

Price, Thomas L B 6 

r 224, one-third of west half. 
Prowattain, E G j oo^ one-third of east half. 

Pryor, Edmund A 6 

Pue, Hugh A L 509 

Pugh, Isaac 7 5 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 39 



Q. 



Name. Section. Number. 
Queen, James W P 24 



R. 

Raiguel, Augustus H 7 63 

Raiguel, Abraham H 7 66 

Raiguel, William 7 65 

Ralston, J. & W. Chester, (vt.)...G 194, one-half to each. 

Ralston, Mary G 9 

Ralston, Robert G 108 

Randall, Joseph M 98 

Randall, Joseph C M 99 

Ranguett, Sarah R 102, south half. 

Rawle, William L 47 

Ray, David II 71 

Rea, John G 287, 289 

Read, J., & Smith, M. W., (vt.)..G 217 

Reakirt, Conrad B 65 

Reakirt, Conrad B 65 

Reakirt, Joseph A 15, 16 

Reath, Thomas E 2, 3 

Reaver, E., Falls of Sch L 384 

Reed, Charles D M 52, one-half. 

Reed, Michael M 25 

Reed, Robert H 163 

Reed, Willoughby H G 255, south half. 

Reed, William B 1 33 

Reeves, Benjamin G 239 

Reeves, Biddle F 129 

Reeves, David G 237 

Reeves, Thos., Est. of L 27, 28 

Reford, Elizabeth C 62 

Rehn, Caspar L 460,462 

Reichert, Gab'l. A., Jr 1 177 

Reichline, Elizabeth F 110, (30 square feet.) 

Reid, John G 263, north half. 

Reiff, Matthias S R 139 



40 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Reinboth, Joseph D C 4 

Remington J. and Sarah F 17 

Remington, Thomas P G 141, 143 

Rex, Willoughby M 1 204 

Reynolds, Rachel G 235 south half 

Reynolds, Thompson R 4 

Rhoads, R. R R 1C8 

Rice, John 12 1 

Richards, Aug. H. Est. of 1 136 

Richards, Benjamin W 1 133, 134, 135, 137, 138 

Richards, Catharine S 3 82, south half. 

Richards, Samuel E 64, 65, 66, 67 

Richards, John F 34 

Richards, John 1 203 

Richards, Samuel F 104 

Richards, William H L 38, 39 

Richardson, William H R 62 

Ricketts, John T G 95 

Ridgway, J. and John J., -> 

Rotch, S. R.,Rush, P. A. }- G 271 

Ridgway, Thomas G 200 

Ridgway, William C ." 93 

Riehle, William 49, 50, 57, 58 

Riggs, Romulus., L 174, 175, 176, 177 

Ripka, Joseph, Manayunk H 156, 157, 158, 159 

Ripperger, Conrad F 13 

Risley, Richard S L 40, 41 

Ritchie, J., and Dick, J M 120 

Robbins, Catharine 2 167 north half. 

Robbins, Thomas G 76 

Roberts, Algernon S H 27 

Roberts, Christiana R 121, south half. 

Roberts, Edward H 28 

Roberts, George, Est. of G 205 

Roberts, Geo. H D 2 

Roberts, Joseph L H 95 

Robertson, Archibald S 26 

Robertson, William H B 5 

Robeson, S. L., Lower Merion....E 9 

Robinson, Moncure G 206 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 41 

Name. Section. Number. 

Robinson, Charles W A 48 

Robinson, E. W., Tomb in hill P 1 

Robinson, Daniel M A 46, 47 

Rockhill, Amos 2 187 

Rockhill, Daniel H H 195 

Rockhill, Thomas C A 91 to 102, south third 

Rodes, Caroline 3 80, south half. 

Rodman, Lewis, M. D M 24, north half. 

Rogers, Evans G 153 

Roland, Catharine 11 

Roland, James G 212, north half. 

Roney, Ann G 330 

Roney, Thomas G 334 

Rood, Rev. Anson, N. Liberties. .B 25 

Roop, Samuel W R 188 

Root, Sebastian 7 206 

Rose, Mrs. Ann L 225, 226 

Rosencrantz, J., M. D., Man'k....L ..97, 99 

Rosa, James B R 145 

Ross, John G 218, north half. 

Rotch, Thos, Clermont G 132 

Rowand, J. R., M. D 11 193 

Rowland, Wm. (vault) 7 17 

Rowland, J. G G 67, 68, 78, 79 

Rowland, Nathan 7 19 

Rowland, William D 59 

Rubicam, Charles A C 60, 61 

Ruddack, Rachel G 236 

Rugan, Charles O 44 

Rugan, George O 36 

Rugan, William O 43 

Ruschenburger, W. S. W., -> 

M. D., U. S. N. | l 221 > north half - 

Rush, Harriet L 244, south half. 

Russell, John George F 49 

Ryan, William R 30 



42 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

s. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Safford, Erwin, (vault) G 169, west half. 

Salter, Heliacal A., Ky 3 123 

Sanders, Ann, Est. of. 3 190 

Sargent, George W E 27 

Saring, Nicholas F 121 

Saunderson, Z. W L 234 

Sayres, Edward S M 56 

Schober, Frederick G 134 

Schober, Samuel G 135 

Schott. James A 72, 73 

Schrack, Christian A 27 

Schwartzwelder, Marshall G 264 

Scott, Ann Jane L 184 

Scott, John M L 43, 45 

Scott, Samuel H 67 

Scull, David 1 206 

Scull, Gideon C 46, 47, 48, 49 

Seal, Joseph H E 7, 8 

Seckel, Frederick G 216 

See, Abraham S F 74 

Seeger, Ann R 128 

Sellers, Edwin M C 81 # 

Sergeant, John L 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 

Severn, William H 189 

Seybert, Henry D 39 

Seyfert, John II A 34 

Shackleford, Henry A L 142 

Shaffer, M L 167, one-half. 

Shannon, Jacob B R 112 

Shapleigh, Augustus F P 6 

Sharpe, Jacob L 56 

Sharpe, Joseph H Ill, one-half. 

Sharpless, Jno. T., M. D F 5 

Sharpless, Joseph J F 3 

Sharswood, George L 501 

Shaw, Mrs. Mary Ann L 209 

Shaw, S. H., Est. of dec'd H 125 

F, Geo. Whitemarsh 1 163, 164, 165, 166, 167 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 43 

Name. Section. Number. 

Shelby, Martha R 104, one-fourth. 

Shelmire, Win. H 2 175 

Shenck, Geo. E 24 

Sheppard, Thomas A 61 

Sheridan, Owen B 86, 87 

Sherman, Conger S 9 

Sherwood, John B 148 

Shively, Henry, (vault) 34 

Shively, William, (vault) 6, 7 

Shriver, W. and C. Bradley C 58, 59, half to each. 

Shoenberger Peter, Watts, •> 

H. M. and McCormick, P. } - M 114 ' 116 

Shoemaker, Mary K B 76, one-half. 

Short, Wm, Est, of dec'd P 21, 22 

Shourds, Rachel and Mary A 4 123 

Shufflebottom, William F 135 

Shugart, George S F 87 

Shull, Edwin 3 240 

Sinister, L G 103 

Shuttlewood, J. & W. Miller B 146 

Sibley, John R 153 

Sides, Peter and Sam'l B. Pry.... 1 185, south half. 

Sieger. Peter B 29 

Sill, Joseph G 176, two-thirds north. 

Silver, Mary De L 162, one-half. 

Simpson, Hood B 69 

Simpson, Joseph D B 100 

Simpson, W., Sr., Falls of Sch...G 233, south half. 

Sims, L. C, Est. of, Wil'n. DeL.H 48 

Singer, Mary N M 70 

Singles, Ann F 32 

Sinn, Davis M F 99 

Slade, Alfred G 165 

Siter, John F 140, 141, 142, 143 

Slaughter, William F L 244, north half. 

Small, Robert H B 155, 156, 157, 158 

Smiedel, H., Manayunk E 13, one-half. 

Smith, Benjamin G 31 

Smith, Mrs. Eliza M. J M 1 

Smith, George K G 139, east half. 

N 



44 LIST OP LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Smith, G. R., (vault) F 96, 97 

Smith, Hancock R 158 

Smith, Jacob R G 175 

Smith, James S., Jr G 220 

Smith, James R G 331 

Smith, James P E 17 

Smith, Jane E R 184, south half. 

Smith, Joel B L 186 

Smith, John Jay G -8, 9, 19, 20 

Smith. John J 3 149, 150, one-third of both. 

Smith, John K., Est. of. G 139, half west. 

Smith, John T L 342 

Smith, J. and Mary Ann 1 44, 45, one-half. 

Smith, Joseph Few 10 

Smith. Joseph P G 178 

Smith, Lloyd P 4 105 

Smith, M. W., & Read, J., (vt)..G 217 

Smith, Robert, (vault) H 171 

Smith, Samuel B 3 149, 150, one-third of both. 

Smith, Sarah G 3 218 

Smith, Sidney A 88 

Smith. Thomas S E 18 

Smith, Wm. J. B C 24 

Smith, William W F 123 

Snodgrass, William T 7 192 

Snyder, Elias B H 66, east half. 

Snyder, George W L 389, half south. 

Snyder, Jacob J., (vault) 1 48, 49 

Somers, Rachel G 215 

Southern, Adam R 12 

Soutter, Robert, Jr F 60 

Sowers, Jonathan F 11 

Spackman, Samuel C 75 

Spang, Samuel O 51 

Spangenberg, L., (vault) H 191, east 

Sparhawk, John 7 41 

Sparks, Sarah A 81 

Sparks, Thomas, and Don--. r 219, north half. 



....G 



1219. 



aldson, Sophia. J '" \ 219, south half. 

Speagle, Hannah H 66, west half. 



LIST OP LOT-HOLDERS. 45 

Name. Section. Number. 

Spear, Rev. W. Wallace 1 115 

Spencer, James S E 37 to 48 inclusive. 

Spering, William, (vault) B 52, 53 

Sperry, Mrs. Margaret B 31 

Spohn, Elizabeth G 222, and half of 224, east. 

Spooner, William F 35 36 

Sproat, Harris L 7 137 

Starr, Isaac G 202 204 

Steel, James W B 149 

Steel, Keziah L 202 

Steen, Robert L 126 127 

Steiner, J. P p 40 

Steiner, Jacob G 191 

Stelwagen, Jos 7 148 

Stel wagon, Jesse L 7 87 

Sterling, Henry, Pittsburg L 190 

Stevens, James G 85 and 85J, east part. 

Stevens, Rev. William 7 29 

Stevenson, Augustine F -;- 53 

Stevenson, John B H 89 

Stevenson, Mary B 10, one-half. 

Stevenson, William C 30 

Stewart, Benjamin D G 256 

Stewart, 1 12q 

Stewart, John 7 g8 

Stewart, R.R., & J. B.Newman.. .G 171 

Stewart, Thomas, Est. of. G 332 

Stewart, Wm. H B 105, 107, one-third south. 

Stiles, Benjamin G 246 

Stiles, Edward J F 124, 125 

Stiles, J., N. Liberties F 20 21, 40 

Stockton, Ann R R 63 

Stockton, C. and Charles M C 2 

Stockton, Samuel W G ooq 

Stockton, Mrs. Wm. T G 242, half south. 

Stoddard, Curwen 1 83 85 

Stoddard, John A C 67, western half. 

Stoddart, Joseph M 1 84 

Stoever, Henry D G 208 one-half. 

Stokes, Charles 1 199 

17 



46 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Jiame. Section. Number. 

Stokes, Uriah H I ,...201 

Stone, Dexter G 198 

Stone, John B 82 

Stott, Elizabeth, (vault) G 195 

Stratton, Jacob H H 130 

Stratton, Margaret A R 104, south half. 

Stratton, Samuel T. and ) G f 138, half 



fli 

Xu 



Stratton, G. W. ) 1 138, half east. 

Strawbridge, John H 35, 36, 40 

Street, Robert L 495 

Strickland, William D 47 

Striker, George W F 126, 127 

Stroud, George M F 22, 23, 24 

Stroupe, Anna M .15 

Struthers, John, (shrubbery) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 

Stuart, George H L 70 

Sturdevant, Lewis, Ger'n G 292 

Sturges, George O 81 

Subers, T. B 2 185 

Sully, Thomas A 41 

Summers, William, Est. of. M 13, north half. 

Sutton, William M 47 

Swaira, James, (shrubbery) 46, 47, 48, 49 

Svreyer, Henry, (vault) A 9 

Swett, John B E 62 

Swope, George E 4 

Sword, John D S 11, 12 

Symington, Alexander H 96 



T. 



Tagert, Joseph, Est. of. G 329 

Tams, John F 77 

Tarply, C. S., Clinton, Miss L 71 

Tatem, M. R., R., and M. H R 186 

Tatham, Geo. N R 70 

Taws. Lewis L 388 

Taylor, Bernard 2 84, 85 

Taylor, C L 236, one-half. 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 47 

Name. Section. Number. 

Taylor, Charles M 7„ 191, one-half. 

Taylor, Charles G 100 

Taylor, Geo. & Wm F 7 

Taylor, H. P., C. R., and \ R 46 

Ann C. / 

Taylor, James, Falls of Sch R 171 

Taylor, Jane F 72, one-third. 

Taylor, John L 233 

Taylor, John M L 74 

Taylor L. and J., Levi and \ ^ 12 q 127 128 

James N. Dickson / 

Taylor, Nathan G 162 

Ter' Hoeven, Mrs. A. S. H F 102 

Terry, Asaph C 40 

Tevis, Benjamin G 45, 46 

Thackara, Samuel W 1 118, 119 

Thayer, Martin Russell 1 112 

Thayer, Zipheon M 52, one-half. 

Thomas, Charles J A 51 

Thomas, George G 268 

Thomas, Jacob A 50 

Thomas, John D 63 

Thomas, Joseph M A 52 

Thomas, Moses 1 67 

Thompson, A. W., (terrace) S 27 

Thompson, Robert, Jr G 267 

Thompson, Isaac M 122 

Thompson, J., Falls of Sch L 170 

Thompson, John J 4 100 

Thompson, Newcombe,B C 50, 51 

Thompson, Wm. R G 265 

Thomson, Ann, widow of T. 

H. Thomson. 

Thomson, Charles W L 86 

Thomson, G. H., C. R., & Mrs. A.. 1 81 

Thomson, John, Newark, Del., Granite Monument on the Bank, to 

Charles Thomson, first Secretary of the Old Congress. 

Thomson, Peter, D 3, south half. 

Thrasher, Geo. F M 32, one-third. 

Thurlow, Paul A 33 



J....R 179, south half. 



48 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Tilden, Hiram B E 57 

Tilford, J. W F 134 

Tingley, Benjamin W 1 38, 39 

Tingley, Clement 1 36, 37 

Todhunter, William G 177 

TolanJ, II., and R., (shrubbery) 50, 51, 52. 53, 54 

Tolman, Samuel 1 63, east half. 

Toppan, Charles G 1 

Torbert, James 3 143 

Towne, John G 119, west half. 

Towne, John, Est. of. 7 75, 77 

Townsend, Ogden R 72 

Townsend, Samuel 3 281, 282, 283, 284 

Traquair, Adam B 129 

Traquair, Samuel H R 20, and east half 18 

Troth, Henry F 122 

Trotter, Joseph G 61, 02 

Trotter, Nathan G 49, 50 

Troutman, George A 21 

Trustees of the First Pres- 1 M ^ ^ .^ 

byterian Church. J 

" The Trustees of the Evangelical Lutheran Congregation of St. 

John's Church, in the city and vicinity of Philadelphia," Section 

0, in the north-east corner of the Cemetery 

Tucker, John B 92, 93 

Tucker, John E., of Miss L 241, north half. 

Tucker, William E H 88 

Tustin, Thomas, (vault) A 36 

Twin's Mr.-., widow of Ma- 1 .-, q 

jot Twiggs. / 

Tyn.bde, C. J O 27 

Tyndale, Robinson H 1, 2 

Tyson, Job R 4 03 

Tyson, Sarah R O 78, one-half. 



u. 

Uhler, George, M. D R 162, south half. 

Uhler, William M R 162, north half. 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS, 49 

Name. Section. Number. 

Umstead, Jacob D 65. GO, one-third. 

Upton, John B 94 

Urquhart, David C F 12 



V. 

Valentine, James C G 229 

Van Dusen, Joseph B 7 150, one-half. 

Van Dusen, Samuel B 7 150. one-half. 

Vandyke, James C B 38 

Vanseckel, Elijah, (shrubbery) 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 

Vaugb.au, John G 118 

Vaughan, John, dec'd, Est. J_ t. ,.•» 

of, Kensington. / 

Vaux, Mrs. George H 69, 70 

Vaux, William S H 63 

Vezin, Charles 52, 53. 54, 55 

Vogel, Julia Ann D 75, 78, third south. 

Voight, Edward P L 205 

Voight, Mrs. M., Est. of. L 248 

Voight, Thomas L 204 

Volans, Samuel 7 315, - » 1 • i 

Voute, Louis C R 115 



w. 



Waldie, Adam 1 4 

Waldron, Nathaniel L 154 

Walker, Edward L 7 35 

Walker, Samuel I L 181 

Wallace, J. K 1 180, south half. 

Wain, Jacob S., Est. of. 4 106, 108 

Walter, Edwin G 64 

Walter, Joseph S L 387 

Walter, Thomas U G 232, north half. 

Walter, Thomas U L 387 

Walton, Samuel D D 60 

Waudell, John D *2 

17* 



50 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Ward, George W L 246 

Ward, Samuel L D G5, 66, one-third. 

Warner, Francis B 94 

Warner, Joseph F 67, east half. 

Warner, Lydia F S 23 

Warner. William 95, 96 

Warrington, S. R F 15, 16 

Wartman, Michael D 45, 46 

Warwick, Edward R 75, one-half. 

Waterman, Isaac S 1 100, 101 

Waters. Aaron A 84 

Waters, Samuel A 60 

Watkin, Robert B 91 

Watson, Anne 1 62 

Watson, James U 1 60 

Watson, James F 132, 133 

Watson, Fhoebe 3 213 

Watson. William R 180 

Watt, David M 9, north half. 

Watt, William M 9, south half. 

Watts, George G 282 

Watts, Henry M., Shoen- \ M -^ 116 

berger, P., McCormick, P. > 

Wattson, Thomas G 96 

Wattson, Thomas B G 94 

Way. Francis D M 44 

Way, Lippincott & F 107 

Weatherly, David 2 170 

Weatherly, Thomas 2 168 

Weaver, Ann Maria O 120 

Weaver. D. J., J. F., and H. J....C 3 

Weaver. George J F 86 

Webb, Reuben 1 64, 65 

Webb, William A 62, 63 

Wells, Ellenor M 22 

Wells, Lewis E R 110 

Welsh. John, Jr 1 93 

Welsh. John 1 91 

Welsh. J. H., West, J B 8 

Welsh, Samuel, 1 92 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 51 

Xame. Section. Number. 

Welsh, William 1 90 

Wentz, Silas H D 29, 30 

Weuzel, J. C R 24 

West, George E R 22 

West, George G 1 123 

West, James L 88, 90 

West, Robert C 64 

Wetherill, Geo. D L 67, 68 

Wetherill, Mrs. M. S A 57 

Wetherill, Martha B., Susan, "1 _ no . n ^> „ ., . , 

' r ••'• ' 93 to 96, one-fourth to each. 

Rebecca, and Edward. i 

Wetherill, Mrs. Rachel A ...54, 55 

Wetherill, Wm, M. D., A 56 

Whartenby, Thomas 3 74 

Wharton, Dan. Clark G 23 

Wharton, F. R., (vault) 1 3 

Wharton, Mrs. John, (vault) H 108 

Whelan, Edward S L 55, 56 

Whelan, Edward H 60 

Whetham, Joseph N 33 

Whildin, Alexander G 37 

Whipple, Mary G 65 

White, E., and Gray, R. E G 149, half west, half east. 

White, Henry B 1, 2,3 

White, JohnP 7 37 

AVhite, Samuel R 32 

White, William R G 172 

Whitecar, Benjamin 2 128 

Whiteman, David C 67, east half. 

Whiteman, Hannah, and } j - 4 

Wm. J. Chaplin. / 

Widdilield, James 1 58, 59 

Wiener, HeLnrich F 64 

Wilcox, Augustine R 75, one-half. 

Wilcox, B. C.,& J. R. Ingersoll...N 21 

Wilcox, Edmund 1 70 

Wilkins. Wm. W., M. D., ) L m 

Gaston, X. C. J 

Wilmer, J. Ringgold H 44 

Williams, Christopher C L 208 



52 LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 

Name. Section. Number. 

Williams, E., North'n, Mass H 8(5 

Williams, John A E 59 

Williams, Samuel, Est. of. F 112 

Willing, Charles B A 64 to 67, one-third south. 

Willits, Joseph B., Est. of. 4 142 

Wilson, Cadet L 499 

Wilson, Elizabeth P I "159 

Wilson, Franklin S H 190 

Wilson, Joseph L L 207 

Wilson, Margaret L G...323, 325, 327, one-third centre of. 

Wilson, Thomas, Falls of Sch R 8 

Wilson, Thomas L 166 

Wilson, William F 136, 137, 138, 139 

Wiltbank, Rev. J. & Jno., M. D..II 54 

Wiltbank. P. W. & A. W H 55 

Wiltberger, Elizabeth E 3 82, north half. 

Wines, Enoch C L 42 

Wise, Charles M Ill, north half. 

Wise, Charles M Ill, north half. 

Wise, Jacob R 113 

Wise, John M Ill, south half and M. 32, £. 

Wistar, Richard G 257 

Wister, William Wynne 1 223 

Withers, Joseph N F 119 

Witman, Jacob ' 7 297, 298 

Woelpper, David, Est. of G 123 

Wolff, Jacob R 7 230 

Wonderly, Elizabeth D t 76, 79 

Wood, C. S. and G. B., M. D G 295 

Wood, G. A G 234, north half. 

Wood, Joseph H 144, 145 

Wood, Josiah B 32 

Wood, Robert G 174, (262J feet of.) 

Wood, Thomas H 148, 149, 152, 153 

Wood, William B L 129 

Wood, William W 1 207 

Woodward, C. and S M 19 

Woodward, Charles, Est. of. 3 211 

Woodward, James S F 10 

Wray, Alexander R 152, south-half. 



LIST OF LOT-HOLDERS. 53 

Name. Section. Number. 

Wray, James R 152, north half. 

Wright, Archibald G 2G9 

Wright, James A B 42 

Wright, P. S., Utica, N. Y L 240, south half. 

Wright, Peter B 43 

Wright, Robert K 1 5 

Wurts, W. & C. S H 132, 133, 136, 137, 138, 139 



Y. 



Yard, Edmund G 160, east half. 

Yard, Pearson B 78 

Yardley, Thos. H., M. D 1 2 

Yardley, Wm., Jr T 1 

Yarnall, Charles 4 95 

Yarnall, Edward 4 92, 94 

Yeager, Benjamin E 6 

Yeager, Joseph A 25 

Yeager, Peter 28 

Yocom, James 2 188 

Yohe, Mrs, C, Est. of. H 120, 124 

Young, Edwin. D 5 

Young, Wm., M. D R 54 



z. 

Zehndcr, John A L 513 

Zeiber, W. B R 109 

Zelley, Samuel 3 98 















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